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The Alarm We Never Think to Set

Most of us set an alarm to wake up. It’s automatic. A non-negotiable.

But here’s a question: if we set an alarm to wake up, why don’t we set one to go to sleep?

A while ago, I had a client struggling with sleep. He trained hard, ate well, but couldn’t shake the feeling of waking up groggy and sluggish. His problem? He was on his phone right up until bed—scrolling, responding to messages, watching videos, waiting to "feel tired."

I gave him one simple challenge: set an alarm 30 minutes before bed, and when it goes off, put the phone away.

No endless scrolling, no last-minute emails, no screens. Just 30 minutes to unwind, slow down, and get his body and mind ready for sleep.

The result? Better sleep, more energy, and a way better morning.

Why This Works

Your brain isn’t a switch—it doesn’t just "turn off" the moment you close your eyes. It needs time to unwind.

By setting a pre-bedtime alarm, you’re giving yourself a clear signal: time to disconnect from stimulation and transition into rest.

What you do in that 30 minutes is up to you:

• Stretch

• Read

• Meditate

• Breathe

Anything that calms the mind instead of stimulating it.

The Bottom Line

We rely on alarms to wake up, but maybe it’s time to start using them to wind down.

Tonight, try it: set an alarm, put the phone away, and give your mind the chance to slow down.

Your future self will thank you.

See You Next Friday

Your future self will thank you for choosing rest over distraction.

Yours in Health,
Chaz – Your Personal Trainer

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