05/06/2026
Wednesday Wisdom 💤
What you do for 6–8 hours every night matters just as much as what you do for 30 minutes in the office.
Sleep posture can either support your spine… or quietly work against it.
Here’s a simple “how-to” to set yourself up right:
1. Back sleepers (the gold standard)
* Place a pillow under your knees
* Keep your head pillow low enough that your neck isn’t pushed forward
* Think “neutral spine,” not propped up like you’re watching TV
2. Side sleepers (most common)
* Put a pillow between your knees (this is non-negotiable)
* Keep ears, shoulders, and hips stacked in one line
* Use a pillow that fills the space between your shoulder and neck—no sagging allowed
3. Stomach sleepers (we need to talk 😅)
* This position puts the most stress on your neck and low back
* If you can’t break the habit, place a pillow under your pelvis and use a very thin pillow—or none—for your head
4. Pillow check
* If your pillow is older than your favorite pair of jeans, it’s probably time
* You want support, not a marshmallow
5. Mattress matters
* You don’t need the most expensive one—but you do need one that doesn’t sag
* If you feel like you’re sleeping in a hammock… that’s a clue
Bottom line:
Your spine should look the same lying down as it does when you’re standing tall. No twisting, no collapsing, no awkward angles.
Small changes here can mean fewer aches, better rest, and a body that actually feels ready to move in the morning.
Sleep well… your spine is counting on it.