Want to fall asleep fast? Avoid this healthy habit right before bed, says sleep coach

A woman with long dark hair falls asleep fast in bed.

A good nighttime routine is important for helping you to fall asleep quickly and easily, and to sleep through the night. Healthy habits, such as swapping your phone for a book or deep breathing in bed, will increase your chances of sleeping through the night.

However there's one healthy habit that, while brilliant for improving your sleep overall, should only be done early in the day. We recently spoke to sleep coach Monica Le Baron to learn more about this common nighttime mistake and what she recommends doing instead.