Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention—your sleep. Not just how many hours you’re in bed, but whether your body is actually getting the deep restorative sleep it needs to heal, repair, and reset.
Here’s the truth: if you’re eating clean, working out, and taking your supplements but still waking up tired, your body is probably missing the one thing it can’t function without—real sleep.
Why Deep Sleep Matters More Than You Think
Deep sleep isn’t just about getting rest. It’s where your body produces human growth hormone (HGH)—one of your most powerful allies for fat burning, muscle building, recovery, and slowing down the aging process. And guess what? You can’t take HGH in a pill and expect the same results. Your body only makes it naturally during deep, non-REM sleep.
That means if you’re tossing and turning, waking up frequently, or just not getting into those deeper stages of sleep, you’re missing out on one of the most important anti-aging and performance tools available to you—one that costs nothing and impacts everything.You can learn more about this in my YouTube video. I walk you through my exact nighttime routine and the tools I use to prioritize real, restorative sleep—even when I travel. It’s simple, realistic, and something you can start applying tonight.
The Hidden Costs of Poor Sleep
When you don’t get enough quality sleep, it doesn’t just leave you groggy.
Over time, it can lead to:
- Increased inflammation
- Poor blood sugar control
- Brain fog and memory issues
- Stubborn belly fat
- Low energy and mood swings
- Slower recovery from workouts or illness
- Accelerated aging at the cellular level
Your body is constantly trying to heal and rebalance. But without enough deep sleep, it’s like trying to clean up after a party with the lights off and no energy left in the battery.
My Personal Sleep Routine (That Works Wherever I Am)
Because I travel so much, I’ve created a sleep routine that works for me no matter where I am. That includes:
- A hot Epsom salts bath or sauna in the evening
- Reducing the temperature in my bedroom to 65 to 67°F
- Dimming the lights and using red light bulbs to wind down
- Putting away tech an hour before bed
- Wearing a sleep mask and using earplugs
- Traveling with my favorite pillow (I’m obsessed with my Omnia Glow!)
And of course, I take Sleep Candy every night about an hour before bed. It’s my go-to formula with melatonin, 5-HTP, inositol, l-theanine, and vitamin B6—designed to help your body ease into deep, uninterrupted sleep without morning grogginess.
It’s gentle, it’s effective, and it helps you tap into your body’s natural rhythm so you can wake up feeling refreshed, not drained.
Bottom Line: You Can’t Heal Without Sleep
If you’re not sleeping well, everything else in your health strategy is going to feel harder.
- Your cravings go up.
- Your hormones get thrown off.
- Your metabolism slows down.
- Your brain gets fuzzy.
- And your body has a much harder time repairing itself.
So here’s my challenge to you: Take your sleep seriously.
Make it a non-negotiable part of your routine. Just like you wouldn’t skip your supplements or your protein, don’t shortchange your sleep.
If you need help getting started, watch this video where I walk you through my full nighttime routine and share everything that works for me. And if you want a simple way to help your body unwind naturally, give Sleep Candy a try. You’ll be amazed at what great sleep can do for your health, your energy, and your whole outlook on life.
Sleep well,
JJ
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