08/10/2026
Sleep is your recovery, friends. It's your bodies ability to rest and recharge, heal, and grow and it's important to prioritize adequate time for this daily.
Is that tape on my mouth?
You betcha.
Does it look ridiculous?
Absolutely.
Will your spouse make fun of you?
💯💯💯
Here's why this is important:
I'm a mouth breather at night. This will create more nasal congestion upon awakening, restless sleep because of moments of apnea, and recovery can be altered.
By using a nose strip, I'm opening the airways to promote increased nitric oxide (NO) production. Nasal breathing can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which is also known as the "rest and digest" system. This system can help you relax and feel calm. It can also lower your heart rate, blood pressure, and cortisol levels, and promote recovery and digestion.
Here's the deal: when you add two minor and cheap hacks to improve your sleep, you'll become more energetic and productive during the day.
Did you know that mouth breathing in kids is highly linked to bed wetting, ADD/ADHD behaviors, and focus issues during the day!?!
It's a big deal, friends.
Disclaimer: if you're a mouth breather, it make take some time to get use to taking your mouth at night AND keeping the tape on. Be patient and stick with it!