Build Mindful, Science-Backed Practices to Sleep Better

The science to improve sleep is straightforward. Putting it into action can be challenging and many people find it hard to do on their own. The Better Lab guides you to mindfully build impactful, science-backed practices to sleep better that stick.

Methodology

  • 01. Find a practice that fits your lifestyle

    You answer a set of questions about key factors that influence sleep and your current routine. We recommend simple, high-impact practices to improve your sleep based on where you’re at today.

  • 02. Stay accountable with simple nudges

    You’ll receive SMS reminders at the right times and we’ll follow up with you to reflect on how you’re sleeping and how you feel as you build one mindful practice at a time to better connect your actions with what works.

  • 03. Reflect on your sleep & your practice

    You’ll find the practices that work for you and the develop them until they’re second nature, leading to better sleep so that you can be there for what’s most important to you.

Ready to get better sleep?

The science to improve sleep is straightforward. Putting it into action can be challenging and many people find it hard to do on their own. The Better Lab guides you to mindfully build impactful, science-backed practices to sleep better that stick.

Great Sleep Improves Everything

  • Good sleep is linked to improved muscle strength, endurance, and coordination, which can enhance physical performance. Athletes who prioritize sleep tend to have faster reaction times, improved accuracy and overall better athletic performance compared to those who don't get enough sleep.

  • Good sleep is crucial for optimal cognitive function, as it helps with memory consolidation, problem-solving abilities, and decision-making skills. Consistently getting enough sleep is associated with higher levels of attention, creativity and cognitive flexibility, leading to improved cognitive performance and productivity.

  • Good sleep plays a vital role in regulating emotions, reducing stress, and promoting overall emotional well-being. People who consistently get sufficient sleep are less likely to experience mood swings, irritability, and symptoms of depression or anxiety, which are essential for emotional health.

  • Good sleep is essential for tissue repair, muscle recovery and injury prevention, as it supports healing processes and reduces susceptibility to injuries. Consistent, quality sleep is correlated with a reduced risk of sports-related injuries, emphasizing its role in promoting physical durability and resilience.

  • Good sleep is critical for maintaining optimal levels of alertness, vigilance, and responsiveness throughout the day. Prioritizing sleep leads to improved concentration, faster reaction times and enhanced decision-making abilities, resulting in heightened overall alertness and performance.

  • Good sleep is closely tied to a strengthened immune system, as it boosts the production of immune cells and antibodies, helping the body fight off infections and illnesses. People who consistently get good sleep are less likely to get colds, flu and other illnesses, underscoring the importance of sleep in supporting immune function and overall health.

The Dilemma

You get plenty of exercise and want to be healthy and feel good–but something is missing.

You know getting good sleep is the ultimate force multiplier for your health, wellness and performance. But you still have a hard time getting the sleep you know will make you healthier and feel good.

Maybe you’ve tried wearables and sleep tracking. Maybe you’ve listened to podcasts or read a book and tried to put some of the recommendations into practice.

The science to improve sleep is straightforward, and it can be hard to put these things into action on your own–even when you have good intentions and are highly motivated.

People often try to do too many things at once–or the wrong things–and get frustrated and quit. Don’t give up.

There’s a better way.

Just What Works to Help You Get Great Sleep

The Better Lab guides you to mindfully build impactful, science-backed practices to sleep better that stick.

We’ve worked with world-class researchers and practitioners in sleep science and behavioral science who have experience with a breadth of populations—including pro athletes, executives, medical professionals, educators, parents and special operators—to identify the most impactful, science-backed practices proven to improve sleep.

To get started, you answer a set of questions about your current routine and factors known to influence sleep. We recommend the highest-impact practices to improve your sleep based on where you’re at today, and you choose what fits best with the rest of your life to get started. 

The only things that really work are the things you can actually get done.

The Better Lab guides you to build mindful, science-backed practices shown to improve sleep using proven principles of behavioral science via SMS and the app.

You get in tune with how you’re sleeping and how you feel as you build one mindful practice at a time and connect your actions with what works best for you. 

With The Better Lab you will develop a consistent routine that fits into your life and you will actually see how that routine helps you sleep better and feel better. Of course, life and sleep are dynamic, and The Better Lab is here to support you for the long-run.

It's simple. It's effective. And it works in the time you have.

Ready to get better sleep?

The science to improve sleep is straightforward. Putting it into action can be challenging. The Better Lab guides you to build mindful, science-backed practices to sleep better that stick in the time you have. Great sleep improves everything. Start today!