Transform Your Nightly Routine with Deep Rest and Restful Sleep

Do you know the difference between deep rest and restful sleep? Deep rest helps guide your brain and body into a deep state of relaxation without actually falling asleep. It can be accomplished through practices such as meditation, yoga nidra or breathwork. You can be conscious or semi-conscious.1 Restful sleep, on the other hand, puts you into a state of complete unconsciousness.

Deep rest can be a useful stepping stone to restful sleep. When practiced during the day, it can help you to feel refreshed and alert. When practiced at bedtime or during wakeful hours throughout the night, it can help you relax and make it easier to return to sleep.2

Obtaining restful sleep is a powerful way to transform your lifestyle. There is a big difference between waking up feeling refreshed and waking up feeling groggy. That’s why creating an environment that is conducive to restful sleep is so important.

Nikken is a pioneer in sleep technology and over the years, has developed the Kenko Sleep System. This Sleep System is composed of a mattress topper called the Kenko Nautrest® Fit, a layered pillow called the Makura and either a Kenko Dream® Comforter or a Dream Light Comforter. Even one of these components may help enhance your sleep environment, but when used together, can help create a sleep sanctuary.

The Kenko Naturest® Fit is made to fit on top of your mattress and under a sheet. It has a sculptured Rubberthane surface which provides texture with cushioning, producing a relaxing massage effect. Ceramic reflective fibers absorb and reflect natural energy to help regulate temperatures and keep you sleeping comfortably throughout the night. A grid of 800-gauss magnets surrounds you, adding another element to your relaxing sleep environment. Since the Fit is portable, you can move it easily from bed to bed, as long as you have the right size—Twin, Full, Queen or King.

Makura actually means pillow in Japanese. The Kenko Naturest® Makura is a layered pillow, designed ergonomically and convertible into two pillows. One side provides firm support while the other side gives you the option of softer cushioning. The three-part modular structure combines magnets with tourmaline and Rubberthane nodules for a gentle and relaxing sleep experience and it’s adjustable to six heights.

Another pillow option is the Kenko Naturest® MII, a cousin to the Makura. Adjustable to two heights, the MII is shaped like a traditional rectangular pillow but also ergonomically designed to accommodate those who change sleep positions through the night. Sleepers who prefer medium to semi-soft plush feel with contouring for head and neck will prefer the MII.

No sleep system would be complete without a warm comforter. The comforter adequately describes what the cover should do. The Kenko Dream Comforter and its lighter counterpart, the Kenko Dream Light Comforter will not disappoint!  800-gauss magnets add another element to your relaxation experience, while ceramic reflective fibers help maintain comfortable temperatures all year round. Negative Ion technology helps create a tranquil atmosphere, mimicking what is found in nature. The 100% cotton cover has chitocotton fibers to help the comforter maintain a fresh scent.

Kenko Sleep Technology makes it easy to create your sleep sanctuary, so you can wake up feeling good every day!

1, 2 https://www.hubermanlab.com/nsdr

Ergonomics and Energy

Ergonomics is crucial for physical comfort because it adapts work environments to human movement and capabilities. Thoughtful posture and positioning can help reduce strain from prolong sitting, repetitive tasks, or awkward movements, supporting more in ease in the back, neck, and wrists, and promoting overall comfort and blood flow. 

Have you ever been guided by a physical therapist? Small adjustments – like a little nudge here or a slight pull there – can help your body find a more natural stance. Posture that encourages neutral body alignment, typically involves shoulders back, feet flat, and hips slightly tucked. When seated at a computer or in front of a screen, neutral alignment positions the screen at eye level. Maintaining this alignment can help the body feel more comfortable and reduce the sensation of fatigue.

Supporting posture also contributes to mental well-being. When your body feels supported, stress levels can feel lower, which may help you feel more focused and energized. Proper alignment can even make breathing easier by allowing the lungs to expand fulling, while keeping the head and neck in a comfortable position to reduce tension from leaning forward.

In the world of ergonomics, there something called the 30-30-30 rule. This is a strategy that can help reduce strain. For the eyes, look at something 30 feet away for 30 seconds every 30 minutes. This strategy is designed to give your eyes a break. For the body, take 30-second micro-breaks every 30 minutes by standing and stretching to help support blood flow and the effects of prolonged sitting.1

Although ergonomics is defined by the Oxford dictionary as “the study of people’s efficiency in their working environment,” it’s not just about selecting the right desk or chair at the right height. It also includes choosing mattresses and pillows that support the body at rest, especially since a third of every day is spent asleep or trying to sleep! How well you sleep can affect how well you feel and how much energy you may have the next day. Ergonomics therefore plays an important role in helping to maintain comfort and energy levels throughout the day.

Nikken supports posture and rest with products designed for day and night. The KenkoSeat® II is designed to help promote good posture and conveniently fits on chairs as well as in cars. The Kenko Sleep Systems and the ergonomically designed Kenko Naturest® Makura pillow provide support during rest, helping you wake up feeling ready for the day ahead.

1 https://www.american.edu/finance/environmental-health/upload/ergonomics-checklist.pdf