05-19-2015 09:17 - edited 05-19-2015 09:20
05-19-2015 09:17 - edited 05-19-2015 09:20
I tried my new Fitbit last night to track my sleep and here are the results:
Desktop:
Mobile:
As you can see, I have 90% sleep efficiency and slept for over 7 hours. These numbers I expected.
However, there are a bunch of periods when I'm "awake" (according to the desktop version) or "restless" (according to the mobile version).
I remember being awake as shown by the mobile version because I actually got out of bed. I don't remember the other, restless, moments.
My questions are:
Any insight about these items is greatly appreciated!
01-26-2017 03:58
01-26-2017 03:58
I was trying to find answers too. I'm pretty aware that I'm restless at night, but mostly I've been landing between 5-6 hours of sleep. I'd like to get more but am having trouble doing that.
This said, I found this article and found it interesting. I plan to try some of the techniques listed.
https://blog.fitbit.com/restless-sleep-isnt-always-bad-but-heres-when-its-a-problem/
01-26-2017 04:39
01-26-2017 04:39
For the past 2 months I have been so restless in my sleep that I am in bed for around 8/9 hours and I only get around 40% sleep and it says I only sleep 3. Im having the same problems and I'm that exhausted I can fall asleep anywhere. At work, at home. Out with friends etc. If anybody has a solution please tell me
01-28-2017 15:17 - edited 01-28-2017 15:20
01-28-2017 15:17 - edited 01-28-2017 15:20
95% and higher is better. And my sleep quality is really low and I have sensitive on
02-02-2017 04:41
02-02-2017 04:41
There actually are hormones that are released in your brain that are released only during REM sleep to prevent movement and if you do move during R.E.M. It's considered a sleep disorder.
source: psychology textbook
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02-27-2017 12:52
02-27-2017 14:34
02-27-2017 14:34
I have recently had my first appointment for a sleep clinic and had a physical. I'm tall but small features. They said it's quite possible I have apnea as my airway opening isn't that large ... which is the opposite of what they see for a lot of people. I don't have the thick neck which is one of the indicators they look for. I won't know until the clinic which is in the few months. They asked if I wanted a prescription for my restless legs. I said no as I'd rather investigate iron, B12 etc. first.
03-08-2017 00:53
03-08-2017 00:53
What setting was this picture taken on sensitive or normal
03-08-2017 02:18
03-08-2017 02:18
03-09-2017 16:29
03-09-2017 16:29
Hi, I was wondering if you ever found out for certain the answers to your sleep questions? I've attached a screen shot of my typical kind of sleep that has been the norm for me for roughly 3 months now. As you can see it shows something definitely going on according to fit bit. Any advice would be great. 🙂
03-09-2017 22:55
03-09-2017 22:55
03-10-2017 05:43
03-10-2017 05:43
Hi mb55555,
In the settings of the fitbit app and on the website, you can go into settings. That picture of the sleep log, because it is in big chunks, I would assume that your settings for sleeping are on sensitive. If they are, it will count every toss or every turn as a big block of awareness. If you change this to normal, results can vary, but I have foundthe sensitivity is still high, but every turn only counts as a thin strip. If your sleep still is bad, I sadly don't know what to do specifically if it is a medical problem. I hope I could help!
03-10-2017 05:51
03-10-2017 05:51
03-10-2017 14:13
03-10-2017 14:13
@Marley92 wrote:For the past 2 months I have been so restless in my sleep that I am in bed for around 8/9 hours and I only get around 40% sleep and it says I only sleep 3. Im having the same problems and I'm that exhausted I can fall asleep anywhere. At work, at home. Out with friends etc. If anybody has a solution please tell me
My Solution:
It is definitely important to make sure that you are active enough during the day and be sure that you try to exercise because I can fall asleep so easily after I tire myself out after a long day.
03-10-2017 16:06
03-10-2017 16:06
03-12-2017 10:25
03-12-2017 10:25
03-23-2017 06:18
03-23-2017 06:18
This is a fairly old post...but before making a comment on a public forum about whether people's sleep patterns aren't normal or what normal is, perhaps it would be good if you clarified or looked it up and give facts. 90% asleep efficiency is actually very good. 85% is normal. This is according to everyone. Not sure where you're getting your facts.
04-09-2017 23:27
04-09-2017 23:27
Hi, I understand there are lots of types of magnesium -- may I ask which type you take? Thanks for such an informative answer.
04-09-2017 23:29
04-09-2017 23:29
I tried to reply but new here, and it didn't "take" my response. Let's try this again. (And if you get two similar replies from me, blame the site?) Anyway, I know there are several types of magnesium - may I ask which type you take, please? Thanks for such an informative response.
04-12-2017 15:25
04-12-2017 15:25
You asked about magnesium. Magnesium is actually hard for the body to absorb via the stomach. The best absorption is through the skin. Add a cup of Epsom Salts to bathwater and soak in it. Epsom Salts are 100% magnesium sulfate.
04-12-2017 17:02
04-12-2017 17:02
Thanks, but not really practical when one often showers (versus bathes) -- anyone else care to comment on magnesium supplements? Thanks