Comparison of Exercises to Help Overcome Insomnia
To
compare the various exercises discussed on this website, I've
created a comparison grid. "Effective" means the
exercise can help you sleep better; "cost" refers
to how much money is required to do the exercise; "convenience"
refers to how much time or hassle is required to do the exercise;
"fun" refers to how boredom-proof the exercise is;
and "safe" refers to the likelihood you will not
be injured by the exercise.
Exercise |
Effective |
Cost |
Convenience |
Fun |
Safe |
| Walking & Jogging | High |
Low |
Medium |
Medium |
Medium |
| Treadmill | High |
High |
High |
Low-Medium |
Medium |
| Bicycling | High |
Medium |
Medium |
Medium-High |
Low-Medium |
| Stationary Bike | Medium |
Medium |
High |
Low-Medium |
High |
| Jump Rope | High |
Low |
High |
Medium-High |
Medium-High |
| Dancing | High |
Low-High |
Low-High |
Medium-High |
Medium |
| Nintendo Wii | Medium |
Medium |
High |
High |
Medium-High |