Sam Mewis is a FIFA World Cup winner and professional player for the Kansas City Current. However, when it comes to her recovery, the 30-year-old star is just like you and me: She sticks to the basics. That includes a consistent eight-hour sleep schedule, proper nutrition, and a little help from a few beloved products.
Sticking to the Basics of Sleep
You won’t catch Mewis sacrificing her shut-eye. “The older I’ve gotten, sleep has become such a big part of my routine,” Mewis says. “I need eight hours of sleep, or I honestly don’t feel good at all.”
For Mewis, the secret to restful sleep lies in the preparation. Mewis tries to go to bed by 9 PM and wake up at 7 AM every day. She also stays away from screens before hitting the pillow as much as possible. Whether it’s through sipping tart cherry juice (as she often does) or taking some melatonin and reading, for her, the regular wind-down routine is critical.
It’s an ethos Jason Wersland, MD, the founder and chief wellness officer of Therabody, echoes as well: Adults need sleep routines. When you’re a kid, you’re taught to get ready for bed at a…
