View Poll Results: Hoooooow do you sleep?

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  • On my Back

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  • On my side

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  • On my belly

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  • I rotate.

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  1. #26
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    Originally posted by talkfreelance
    Just wanted to put a point across that more time should be taken when creating threads to make them more interesting.
    I dunno. I found this one of the more interesting threads of late.
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    Originally posted by Aussie Bob
    I've heard that it's best to sleep on your back.
    I've heard that too, and I've also heard sleeping on your side is best. But definitely not on your stomach.

    http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/2539.html

    talkfreelance, it's actually a topic worthy of discussion, provided we inject some useful information. Hey, maybe the article I just referenced will convince Aussie Bob to get off his tummy and into a better position.

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    Well to be honest I really don't know how I sleep, you see I am asleep at the time and as anybody who has been asleep should know, you are not aware of what your doing while asleep. If you are aware of what your doing then by definition your NOT asleep. Sure I may lay on my side or lay on my back or cuddle up to somebody but once asleep how would we know what happens.

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    Originally posted by vito
    I've heard that too, and I've also heard sleeping on your side is best. But definitely not on your stomach.

    http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/2539.html

    talkfreelance, it's actually a topic worthy of discussion, provided we inject some useful information. Hey, maybe the article I just referenced will convince Aussie Bob to get off his tummy and into a better position.

    Vito
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    source: http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/2539.htm

    Now I know somebody has to do it so it may as well be me.

    There's no best way to sleep, only the best way to sleep for you

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    Originally posted by TheDoctor
    source: http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/2539.htm

    Now I know somebody has to do it so it may as well be me.

    There's no best way to sleep, only the best way to sleep for you

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    Originally posted by WO-Jacob
    There is no right time to rip SRW's sig, only the time that is right for you.
    At least I stayed on topic.

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    Originally posted by anon-e-mouse
    As we all move around in our sleep, whether we realise it or not, possible everone should be choosing rotate I fall asleep on my side, but could wake in any which position.
    Not really. When I fall asleep I go down hard. There's been more than a few occasions where my wife had poked me with some amount of concern thinking I've gone and died on her.

    I've also slept for 10 hours and woken up in the exact position I remember lying down in and feel like I've 'napped' for 5 minutes.

    Oddly you could let off a bomb in my loungroom and I'll sleep right through. if you tip-toe through the room I'm sleeping in and I'll be wide awake instantly.
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    Originally posted by TheDoctor
    At least I stayed on topic.

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    I was way on topic... i made that comment because I have not slept yet

    Anything sounds funny when you don't sleep... so... when you do sleep, sleep well, reguardless of if it is in your back, side, belly, or even upside down.
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    The army of "on my back" sleepers has now grown to.....3.

    I can't believe it's such a small proportion of the vote so far but there we go.



    [color=dark-blue]You might find this of interest >>

    If you want an insight into somebody's true personality, then try to catch a glimpse of the way they sleep.
    Scientists believe the position in which a person goes to sleep provides an important clue about the kind of person they are.

    Professor Chris Idzikowski, director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service, has analysed six common sleeping positions - and found that each is linked to a particular personality type.

    "We are all aware of our body language when we are awake but this is the first time we have been able to see what our subconscious posture says about us.

    "What's interesting is that the profile behind the posture is often very different from what we would expect."


    To see the six positions studied by Professor Idzikowski
    click here.

    The Foetus: Those who curl up in the foetus position are described as tough on the outside but sensitive at heart. They may be shy when they first meet somebody, but soon relax.
    This is the most common sleeping position, adopted by 41% of the 1,000 people who took part in the survey. More than twice as many women as men tend to adopt this position.


    Log (15%): Lying on your side with both arms down by your side. These sleepers are easy going, social people who like being part of the in-crowd, and who are trusting of strangers. However, they may be gullible.

    The yearner (13%): People who sleep on their side with both arms out in front are said to have an open nature, but can be suspicious, cynical. They are slow to make up their minds, but once they have taken a decision, they are unlikely ever to change it.

    Soldier (8%): Lying on your back with both arms pinned to your sides. People who sleep in this position are generally quiet and reserved. They don't like a fuss, but set themselves and others high standards.

    Freefall (7%): Lying on your front with your hands around the pillow, and your head turned to one side. Often gregarious and brash people, but can be nervy and thin-skinned underneath, and don't like criticism, or extreme situations.

    Starfish (5%): Lying on your back with both arms up around the pillow. These sleepers make good friends because they are always ready to listen to others, and offer help when needed. They generally don't like to be the centre of attention.
    The remainder of those in the poll said the position they fell asleep varied or did not know.

    Health effect

    Professor Idzikowski also examined the effect of various sleeping positions on health.

    He concluded that the freefall position was good for digestion, while the starfish and soldier positions were more likely to lead to snoring and a bad night's sleep.

    Professor Idzikowski said: "Lying down flat means that stomach contents can more readily be worked back up into the mouth, while those who lie on their back may end up snoring and breathing less well during the night.

    "Both these postures may not necessarily awaken the sleeper but could cause a less refreshing night's sleep."

    The research also found that most people are unlikely to change their sleeping position. Just 5% said they sleep in a different position every night.

    Duvet position

    Professor Idzikowski also found that one arm or leg sticking out of the duvet is Britain's most common position, followed by both feet poking out the end.

    One in ten people like to cover themselves entirely with the duvet.

    End extract <<[/color]

    Diagram and further info on the survey :: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3112170.stm


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  10. #35
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    Originally posted by Critic
    The army of "on my back" sleepers has now grown to.....3.

    I can't believe it's such a small proportion of the vote so far but there we go.



    [color=dark-blue]You might find this of interest >>

    If you want an insight into somebody's true personality, then try to catch a glimpse of the way they sleep.
    Scientists believe the position in which a person goes to sleep provides an important clue about the kind of person they are.

    Professor Chris Idzikowski, director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service, has analysed six common sleeping positions - and found that each is linked to a particular personality type.

    "We are all aware of our body language when we are awake but this is the first time we have been able to see what our subconscious posture says about us.

    "What's interesting is that the profile behind the posture is often very different from what we would expect."


    To see the six positions studied by Professor Idzikowski
    click here.

    The Foetus: Those who curl up in the foetus position are described as tough on the outside but sensitive at heart. They may be shy when they first meet somebody, but soon relax.
    This is the most common sleeping position, adopted by 41% of the 1,000 people who took part in the survey. More than twice as many women as men tend to adopt this position.


    Log (15%): Lying on your side with both arms down by your side. These sleepers are easy going, social people who like being part of the in-crowd, and who are trusting of strangers. However, they may be gullible.

    The yearner (13%): People who sleep on their side with both arms out in front are said to have an open nature, but can be suspicious, cynical. They are slow to make up their minds, but once they have taken a decision, they are unlikely ever to change it.

    Soldier (8%): Lying on your back with both arms pinned to your sides. People who sleep in this position are generally quiet and reserved. They don't like a fuss, but set themselves and others high standards.

    Freefall (7%): Lying on your front with your hands around the pillow, and your head turned to one side. Often gregarious and brash people, but can be nervy and thin-skinned underneath, and don't like criticism, or extreme situations.

    Starfish (5%): Lying on your back with both arms up around the pillow. These sleepers make good friends because they are always ready to listen to others, and offer help when needed. They generally don't like to be the centre of attention.
    The remainder of those in the poll said the position they fell asleep varied or did not know.

    Health effect

    Professor Idzikowski also examined the effect of various sleeping positions on health.

    He concluded that the freefall position was good for digestion, while the starfish and soldier positions were more likely to lead to snoring and a bad night's sleep.

    Professor Idzikowski said: "Lying down flat means that stomach contents can more readily be worked back up into the mouth, while those who lie on their back may end up snoring and breathing less well during the night.

    "Both these postures may not necessarily awaken the sleeper but could cause a less refreshing night's sleep."

    The research also found that most people are unlikely to change their sleeping position. Just 5% said they sleep in a different position every night.

    Duvet position

    Professor Idzikowski also found that one arm or leg sticking out of the duvet is Britain's most common position, followed by both feet poking out the end.

    One in ten people like to cover themselves entirely with the duvet.

    End extract <<[/color]

    Diagram and further info on the survey :: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3112170.stm


    Critic,
    I believe this is very true. The fact is I have been attempting to carry out a similar survey of womens sleeping habits. As I am only one person the job of running a survey of both male and female would be beyond my resources that is why I have limited the survey to women. Although it has proven difficult to convince everybody my intentions are purely scientific.
    seems once you say you want to sleep with them as part of a survey some people mis understand.

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  11. #36
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    Originally posted by akashik
    Belly with my head to the right. Arms and legs are usually spread out like a starfish when I have the room though.
    Same here
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    On my back untill I start to snore then my wife wakes me up and makes me turn on my side.

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    Originally posted by vito
    . . . talkfreelance, it's actually a topic worthy of discussion, provided we inject some useful information. Hey, maybe the article I just referenced will convince Aussie Bob to get off his tummy and into a better position.
    I'm always up for new positions.
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    I rotate. A lot.
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    I sleep on my front, legs akimbo and with my arms beetween my two pillows supporting my head.

    With regards to the article Vito posted, If i'm relaxed enough to sleep on my back (Very rare!) i often end up having a better nights sleep and feel much more refreshed in the morning.

    Go figure

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    Originally posted by J-P
    I fall asleep usually on my belly with my right arm (in an inverted V position) supporting my head, my brother says jokingly that I probably knock myself out by smelling my arm pit.
    Haha, I do that too.

  17. #42
    I slept for a good 11 hours last night, woke up in the exact same position (on my side), and I'm still tired . I'll probably end up being stupid and staying up late tonight again too, heh, even though I have to wake up at 6:00 tomorrow.

  18. #43
    On my belly lol

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    I always fall asleep on my side facing the left, and wake up the same way.

    When I'm trying to fall asleep, I usually lay on my belly facing one side, but end up sleeping more on my side than belly.

    Go figure!

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    360 Degree rotations every few minutes I believe
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    Originally posted by Hoobastank68
    360 Degree rotations every few minutes I believe
    So as your rotating do you take the bedclothes with you and do you ever wake up across the bed.

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    Originally posted by TheDoctor

    There's no best way to sleep, only the best way to sleep for you
    Hahaha that made me smile.
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    I rotate, and it's time to do some rotating now! Good night!

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    I sleep on my side, Left side. or i sleep body down but head my check is touching my bed.

    i usually sleep with my cat as my pillow =)
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