How to Reduce Nighttime Interruptions and Sleep Better Today (Simple Trick)

Waking up two, three, or even more times each night to go to the bathroom not only disrupts rest, it also affects energy, mood, and overall health. Many people believe that the problem is only in the bladder, but in many cases the real cause is another: the fluid that accumulates in the legs during the day and that, when you lie down, returns to the bloodstream and ends up in the bladder.

The good news is that you can help your body drain that fluid before bed, with simple movements that take just a few minutes. Below, you’ll find three effective exercises, followed by an additional technique that can make a big difference from the first night.

Exercise No. 3: Foot Roller

This exercise is performed seated and is ideal for activating circulation from the base of the body.

How to do it:

• Place a ball under the sole of your foot.
• Apply moderate pressure and roll slowly from heel to toes.
• Maintain a continuous and controlled movement.

Why it works:
The sole of the foot contains numerous nerve endings. By stimulating them, the muscles and fascia of the leg are relaxed, favoring the movement of accumulated fluid.

Duration:
Between 45 seconds and 1 minute for each foot.

Alternatives:
If you don’t have a ball, you can use a tightly closed water bottle. If you’re looking for more firmness, a hard rubber ball is also helpful.

Exercise No. 2: Chair Squat

This movement uses the large muscles of the thighs as a real circulatory pump.

How to do it:

• Stand in front of a chair, with your feet shoulder-width apart.
• Keep your chest up.
• Slowly lower yourself until your buttocks barely touch the seat.
• Climb back up immediately.
• Extend your arms out in front of you for balance.

Repetitions:
Perform between 10 and 12 repetitions, with a controlled rhythm.

Adapted version:
If you have discomfort in your knees:

• Place a thick cushion on the chair to reduce the depth.
• Use another chair or table in front of you for support.

Exercise No. 1: Leg-On-Wall Protocol

This is one of the most effective methods to reduce the need to urinate at night. It is done in several simple steps.

1. Starting position

• Lie on your back.
• Rest your feet on the wall with your knees bent at an angle close to 90 degrees.
• It is not necessary to completely glue the pelvis to the wall; seek comfort.

2. Calf activation

• Raise your heels by contracting your calves.
• Slowly go down.
• Perform 10 repetitions per leg.

3. “Figure four” massage

• Cross one ankle over the opposite knee.
• Massage the calf from the ankle to the knee, always in the direction of the heart.
• Hold the massage for 30 seconds and switch legs.

4. Pump at 120 degrees

• Stretch your legs further to a greater angle.
• Move your feet as if you were pressing pedals alternately.
• Repeat the movement 20 times.

5. Relaxed shaking

• With your legs elevated, completely relax your muscles.
• Shake them gently for a minute, as if they were loose.
• This helps release fluid trapped in the tissues.

Double emptying technique

Many people don’t completely empty their bladder on the first try, especially over the years.

How to apply:

1. Go to the bathroom and urinate normally (sitting can help relax your body).
2. When you’re done, stand up or lean your torso forward.
3. Wait 20 to 30 seconds.
4. Try to urinate again.

In most cases, a little more urine will come out, which can mean several extra hours of uninterrupted sleep.

Tips and recommendations

• Avoid drinking large amounts of fluids in the 2 hours before bedtime.
• Reduce nighttime caffeine and alcohol intake.
• Elevate your legs slightly during the day if you spend many hours sitting.
• Maintain a consistent bedtime routine to help your body adjust.

Getting up several times a night is not always inevitable. With a few minutes of simple movements and proper bedtime habits, you can help your body redistribute fluids and significantly improve the quality of your sleep today.

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