Found: This Is The Best Sleep Position For Deep, Uninterrupted Rest

For one thing, good sleep posture allows the body to fully relax and be supported, which can mitigate stiffness upon waking up. As Breus notes, poor sleep posture can worsen any existing discomfort you deal with in your hips, back shoulders, neck, etc., and create new issues like stiffness, especially at the joints.

“A strong sleep posture allows these natural curves to be maintained throughout the night, no crunching at your neck, no sagging of your lower back, no torqueing of your middle back,” he adds.

You’ll also want to make sure your pillow and mattress are supportive enough, he and Bhopal note. “Choose a pillow of the right thickness to keep your spine straight,” Bhopal advises, adding, “You can also use other blankets and pillows to support your back so that your muscles can relax and recover.”