| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/13/2008 11:10:52 AM | The list of benefits from naps, varying in length, and to any age group, are enormous.
See websites such as sleep foundation. Even Reader's Digest states that naps reduce stress, therefore reducing the risk of heart attacks, which of course that risk goes up with age.
Many cultures condone naps, as are more and more corporate entities, simply for the increased productivity, less oversights, and all around good will.
Walk into a forest around 2-3 pm, you should notice the sound/activity level is less than at other times of the waking day.
Or, think like a dog, "Never pass up the opportunity for a good nap"
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 12:42:23 PM | I remember in my early 30s when I was out of work for 2 years and yes, I did have afternoon siestas (nap) whenever possible. I felt so refreshed  and "full of beans"  it was like a day started all over again.
Listen to your body OP and have a nap. | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 1:11:53 PM | OK? over 45? What about 46? SHeesh.
Some Do
an
Some Do NOT.
WHO exACTLY were you figuring on getting an "OK" from?
Would it matter worth a lick either way?
ALL of which you probably could have figured out all by yoself.
Oh, here's a news bulletin : NAPS while driving ? NOT OK. OK?
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 2:58:35 PM | Gotta have those naps!!  I'm up at 4 a.m. when working days, so I also will have a short nap when I get home. It helps to recharge me. Naps are great for any age. It also helps to strengthen our immune system to combat those nasty colds and flu bugs we keep running into this time of year. A rested body is a healthy body | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 4:49:27 PM | I am a huge fan of naps  I've been napping for about an hour after work since I was in my early 20's...it's the best sleep I get and eases the stress of the workday...kinda my version of stopping off for a beer after work. | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 5:23:25 PM |
it was like a day started all over again.
Iv'e done the cat naps all my life, it could be 5 min or 15 and yes it was like just waking up roaring to go again. ~less wrinkles~ ha ha
It also has been said and proven that it is quite beneficial in cat naps for ones health and well being. ~go figure~
Listen to your body
And your body will take care of you. Now where are my sun glasses ! | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 9:59:07 PM | Reduce you carb intake after 6:00 PM and you won't feel so sleepy (or gain weight).
Numerous small meals with protein versus "breakfast, lunch and a (big) dinner" will also "even" you out during the day so you don't feel like napping (sugar spikes).
In the winter, get more sunlight (blue light) to stimulate hormones that keep you awake / alert. | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/15/2008 11:01:25 PM | | I consider the ability to take a nap whenever the hell I feel like it to be a quality of life issue. Thankfully I work for me so I have that ability!!! | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/16/2008 7:11:02 PM | I've heard it said that you know you've grown up when you actually WANT to take a nap...
I like a nice little nap but I usually lay down for one and wake up from a coma....
rip van mr pockets | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/27/2008 6:44:38 PM | | I do it. I think that (for whatever reason) when we're in middle age, we roll out of bed earlier and go to bed later than I did when I was in my 20's. My alarm goes off at ~5:15, I'm in the office by 6:45, usually don't leave til about 5pm and by the time I get home and have eaten dinner, it's usually 6:30. And I'm beat but it's way to early to go to bed. So I catch an hour of sleep, and then stay up till midnight doing homework, chores, Net Surfing or reading, with some family time sprinkled in. Definitely not one of these supermen who hit the ground running at 5am and keep it rolling until 11:30pm. Whatever! | |
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| are afternoon naps ok once over 45
Posted: 1/27/2008 9:07:57 PM |
I envy all you people who can nap! I can't. I just can't. I lay down and nothing
...Hmmm, I'm thinking you might need to get into some "physical activites" with a "workout Buddy" that might tire you out.
...maeflowers | |
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