Research
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Regular physical activity, particularly aerobic exercises like Tai Chi and Pilates, improves sleep quality in college students, whereas sedentary behavior and high screen time reduce it.
Incorporate regular aerobic exercise, such as Tai Chi or Pilates, into your weekly routine. Avoid sedentary behavior and excessive screen time, as these are linked to poorer sleep quality.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Physical activity was identified as a factor that could have both positive and negative effects on sleep... Aerobic exercise, such as Tai chi and Pilates, showed beneficial effects on sleep quality... low physical activity and high screen time are significantly positively correlated with poor sleep quality.
Why this rating
Based on a scoping review of 112 studies, providing broad evidence, though individual study designs vary.
Source
Determinants of sleep quality in college students: A literature review
Feifei Wang et al. · EXPLORE · 2020
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