Good morning everyone! I hope you woke up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your day. Today we are talking about something that is a part of life for EVERY SINGLE ONE of us—> SLEEP! I want to share with you about how important sleep is for our health and wellness! This post is sponsored by Sleep Number® and they have an INCREDIBLE giveaway for you today (I’m talking incredible!!!) so don’t forget to enter at the end of this post!
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I think sleep is kind of a funny thing. The other night I woke up to Andrew snapping his fingers while he was asleep. I think he was having a dream about Beretta because he snaps his fingers at her when he wants her to do something. I snore, always have and I don’t know how to stop. I have a brother that used to sleep RUN occasionally from the ages of 5-9. He would be sleep running through the house and my dad would have to catch him. He even went out the front door one night during his sleep run. When I was a little girl and didn’t fall asleep at the exact time that I wanted to for school the next day I would cry to my parents. I was so stressed that I would not wake up on time for class and get a tardy (I was quite the punctual student;). Each night our kids fall asleep holding on to a toy or crayon, sharing the bed with the dog or with 2 of their 4 limbs hanging off of the bed. Some nights I can’t remember any of my dreams and other nights I wake up thinking that whatever happened in my dreams must have actually happened in real life (sorry, Andrew about being mad occasionally over what happened in my dreams). Whenever Brooke wakes up and I ask her what she dreamed about, she replies “Mama” in her most sweet voice (because she knows exactly how to butter me up for the day;) While sleep can be kind of strange and so unique for each of us, sleep is so important for every single one of us!
I think that a lot of times we focus our health efforts mainly on our nutrition and physical activity but we cannot forget the huge role that sleep plays on overall health & wellness! I think sleep is something that we can all make improvements with including putting our to-do lists away when we should be resting our bodies from all of the running, playing and working all day long.
Here are a few common side effects for me when I am not sleeping well (aka after my divorce for a while or when I was having all of those gut issues or when I’ve been stressed out about family things):
*My mile splits aren’t what I want them to be, I have a harder time finishing workouts and goodness gracious race day does not go well if I have not been sleeping well.
*I make poor eating choices. When I am tired, I reach for sugar all day long hoping that it will give me the energy I am missing from not sleeping well.
*I have lower motivation with work, with taking care of the house, with getting things DONE.
*It’s hard for me to focus on things. I feel like my brain is everywhere except for where I want it to be in the moment.
*Overall, when I am not sleeping well or making sleep a priority I just feel like I’m not tapping into my potential as a wife/mom/runner/daughter/blogger/sister etc. and I don’t like that feeling at all.
Turns out that when I’m not sleeping well, SO many things in my life are effected negatively.
When I am sleeping well, it feels like life just goes so much more smoothly. My overall perspective about life is better and I eat a lot better. I notice progress in my running and I can focus on my work. I’m a much better wife and mom (just ask Andrew and the kids;). The positive things that come from sleeping well are definitely the best motivation to make sure that I take care of myself, my health and go to bed at a good time. Time for us all to make sure that we are sleeping better!
I kind of tricked Andrew when we were dating. I was all about staying up late with him and watching movies or talking until way too late. And then a little bit into marriage, he realized that sleep means a lot to me. I look forward to it, I want to be in my bed for as many hours as possible and anytime that I can get in bed early, I do. Since I first met Andrew, he has gotten a lot better at getting in bed at a good time and making more time for sleeping BUT our old mattress was killing his back. We were using my old one and I would wake up in the mornings some days with him sleeping on the floor because the mattress hurt his back so bad. For a few years I was single and all I had to worry about was how the mattress worked for me (and for Brooke when she would climb into my bed each morning). We got married and all of the sudden I needed a mattress that was perfect for TWO people! Between Andrew’s back killing him and the fact that I’m always game for finding more ways to have a better night’s sleep, we were so excited to try Sleep Number!
Great sleep starts with your mattress. We went to the Sleep Number store and had an awesome experience there! We brought the kids and my mom. The team members there were so friendly and helpful! They helped us to really personalize what we needed and what would be the best solution for Andrew’s back problems along with our desire for two very different mattresses. I prefer a softer mattress and Andrew prefers a more firm mattress. I think that this has to be my favorite part about our Sleep Number mattress, it is a win-win situation for the two of us. Neither of us has to settle on one type of mattress, we both get what we love!
It is so easy to adjust each side of our Sleep Number mattress. You can use the bed remote or your phone to get to the exact Sleep Number® setting that is perfect for you (I am at a 35 and Andrew is usually around 60 or more and you can choose anywhere from 5-100)! I am SO comfortable on my side at 35… it feels like I get to have my mattress exactly where my body is it’s happiest.
We are learning A LOT about our sleep with our Sleep Number mattress. Through the SleepIQ™ technology I get to see exactly how well I sleep each night. The information that is gathered from the mattress is shown on an app on my phone and it tells me when the best hours of sleep are for me, how many breaths per minute I take, when I am restless and restful and even my average heart rate while I am asleep. Having all of this information and seeing where I can improve has provided a way for me to challenge myself to get a better night of sleep each night. Also, Sleep Number mattresses actually adjust to better fit to your own personal needs which I am excited to see how that continues to help me to sleep better!
Andrew has been loving adjusting his side of the bed to meet his needs and to make his back happier. Hallelujah for no more floor sleeping, right Andrew?
Overall, we are loving our Sleep Number mattress and we are really happy to have such a great solution for the two of us. Now we each get a good night of sleep while sleeping on the same mattress.. it is wonderful:)
Sleep is so important for everyone but remember, as runners we really have to make sure we are getting enough sleep each night if we want to continue to train hard and recover well! “It’s during the third and fourth stages of a typical sleep cycle when a body heals itself. That’s when the human growth hormone (HGH) is released from the pituitary gland. Although it’s gotten notoriety as a performance-enhancing drug, in its natural form it plays a key role in building and repairing muscle tissue and bones, as well as acting as a catalyst for the body to use fat as fuel. Without the right amount of HGH in the blood, recovery from workouts is hindered, prolonging the time it takes the body to build a strong aerobic engine.” (source) Don’t let your lack of sleep get in the way of recovering from your workouts!
Time for you to go out and visit a Sleep Number store near you to help you on your way to sleeping and feeling better! HERE is a store locator! We learned a lot about the importance of sleep and what is best for what YOU need!
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Now is YOUR chance to win an amazing Queen Sized p5 Mattress!! ($1799 VALUE)!!
To enter the giveaway:
1. GO HERE to visit the Sleep Number store locator
2. Find out which store is closest to you
3. Comment below the name of the store along with any sleep issues you’ve been having and why you would love to win!!
*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to eligible legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C. at least the age of majority in their jurisdiction. Begins: Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 12:00:00 AM ET. End Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 11:59:59 PM ET. Subject to Official Rules available at http://mediakix.com/sweepstakes-hungryrunnergirl/. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Mediakix LLC.
1,082 comments
Robin Pruitt
Parkway Place store in Huntsville, AL is the closest store to me and my husband and I have been talking about getting a new mattress and can’t make a decision – it’s so hard to choose! And I like something softer and he likes more firm, he’s a back sleeper, I’m on my side, he snores and I have neck problems so there are lots of things to consider!
Antoinette Aribal
This is awesome, thank you!! It’s been difficult to get a decent amount of sleep since I’ve had this nerve pain even after multiple treatments. There is no comfortable position and sometimes there are electric shocks, poking sensations waking me. My side of the bed is filled with lots of pillows while my fiancé snores even though he politely declines. You know, the fun and adventures we have, right? The closest store we have is the Old Orchard Mall in Skokie.
Angie Jerde
The closest store is either the Ridgedale Mall or Eden Prairie location. We are currently using a hand me down mattress that is quite worn. We joke we both sleep in our separate wholes and fight over the middle peak! Our backs feel the effects of that for sure so this bed would be a blessing!!
Brillante
Vestal, NY is closest to me. This would be amazing!
Ashley
Morgantown,WV
I still feel fatigued in am even after sleeping 8 hours and would love to try this brand mattress!!! I’ve been thinking
About sleep number for my next mattress.
Justine
The store at the Fashion Centre in Pentagon City is closest to me! I am currently six months pregnant, so sleeping in general has been an issue for me!
Lorie
My husband broke his back many years ago and cant seem to ever find a comfortable position to sleep in.
Amy
Wellington, FL is closest to me. I would love to improve my sleep.
Lydia
Slumber world in Aiea, HI. Like most everyone here I suffer from back issues from activity and just life in general. A sleep number mattress would be a dream!
Sarah
The Mall at Rockingham Park in Salem, NH is the store closest to me! I’d looove a new mattress because I’ve had the one I’m sleeping on since I was 18 and I just turned 36?I went through a divorce this year and adjusting to sleeping alone was hard, but after awhile you get used to the new normal.
Amanda
East Madison, WI. I am currently pregnant so lots of sleep issues. I would love a new mattress that I can change the settings as I grow and try to sleep comfortably.
Marti
Wichita East store, Wichita, KS
We are in dire need of a new mattress! I have chronic insomnia which is caused in part by our mattress. It is uncomfortable and not supportive. I have hip issues (darn you, old age) and the mattress does not help my condition. Also, there is a big “hump” in the middle, so if my husband and I want to meet in the middle, the hump makes us each roll to our respective sides. LOL Help save my sleep, hips and marriage with a Sleep Number bed! :)
Melly
I work over 80 hrs a week, but I still have a hard time falling asleep when I work night shifts. My mattress is almost 20 years old and pretty worn out (it caves in!), but I cant afford anything new right now, so I’m hoping I might win! Thank you so much for this opportunity. My closest store is Gainesville Florida.
Dayna K. Woodbury
My closest store is Lynnwood, Washington. I had three kids in three years and I am trying to get by body to recover! I am woken by at least one baby every night so I have to make every sleeping minute count! A new bed would be a huge blessing.
Denna
Vintage Faire Mall in Modesto, CA is our closest store. My husband and I have had the same mattress since we got married almost 15 years ago!! It’s time!
Kathryn
Wichita, KS east Rock road store. My husband has major neck and back issues and struggles to sleep well. I snore (which also keeps him up) and would love to custom my bed to avoid this so I sleep better and recover from running better!
Kristin T
Lancaster, PA. I love a really firm mattress and it’s been about 12 years since we’ve had ours!
Emily Wright
The closest sleep number to me is at The Mall is Columbia. I would love to win because my husband like a softer bed and I like a firmer one. This would work great for us. My biggest sleep issues are… 3 little boys- the oldest is 4. But they’re super cute :)
KB
Crossgates Mall in Albany, NY! My husband has back pain from our too-soft mattress.
Becky
The closest store is just 10 miles away! And, oh, where do I begin with sleep issues? I’ve struggled with sleep for most of my life! It takes me at least an hour to fall asleep at night and I have become a very light sleeper, so I wake up often. I’ve never invested in a nice mattress, so it really does make me wonder if that has been a big contributor to the problem!
Hope
The closest store is in Brentwood MO. I’m pregnant and a runner! A good nights sleep is usually the deciding factor on which days I get to run!
Katie
The Chicago store is closest to me! This mattress sounds amazing- our mattress gets soooo hot that both of us wake up frequently every single night and my fiancé (who is already an insomniac) often moves to the couch because he can’t fall back asleep for hours at a time. Ps I’m like you too- I loveee my sleep and like to get in bed as early as possible when I can ha
Heather Mellor
My closest store is the Westfield Capital Mall in Olympia, WA. My husband and I both have different sleep requirements so sleep is a struggle!! A sleep number would really solve our problems.
Chrissy g
Lynhaven mall! I have the hardest time falling asleep on the nights before big races, tests, or events! A sleep number would definitely help me fall asleep faster!
Alyssa
Scranton-shoppes at montage! Different sleep requirements for my husband and I! There is quite a size difference between my husband and I so I feel like I am always sliding into the middle of the bed due to the difference in weight which usually ends up with my back not feeling so great the next day.
Sarah Crookston
Glendale, California Store! My husband tells me every night it’s time for a new mattress because his back is hurting! We would love this giveaway! Happy Running!
susie
EEK!!! I would die if i won. I never win anything. Hahahaa
Oakridge Mall in San Jose, CA. is the closest store near me and i didn’t need to look it up…. i’ve been in the store coveting their mattresses, but could never afford. Hhhaahaa again.
Michelle
East Madison, Madison WI
I am solid side sleeper and find my hips sometimes are sore and stiff in the morning.
Alyssa
The store in Tigard, OR is closest to me. I have my parents old mattress (that’s probably 10-15+ years old) and wake up with a sore neck and low back! I’ve been thinking about getting a new mattress and would LOVE to try a sleep number! I know my boyfriend would love having his own settings too ;)
Debra
My closest store is in Tucson (Sleep Number
Tucson). I wake up many times a night because my back or hips are hurting. I also wake up with feet in my back from my 3 year old, but I don’t think a new bed will fix that problem.
Jennifer
The store nearest me is Pinole, CA!
I have never been a good sleeper. And I get up early to run before work. My boyfriend is constantly worrying about how much sleep I get. After trying out some different mattresses, I am realizing that is a big big factor in how well one sleeps! I would love to win this mattress to help me sleep better as I recover from Boston and build my base back up before it is time to start training for Chicago!! Thank you for your wonderful blog posts always.
Laurel E
Charlottesville Fashion Square
I have a sore neck every morning! Would love a new mattress :)
Gila hoffman
Cambridge MA store is closest to me! Lately I’ve been waking up before 6am everyday and not being able to fall back asleep. Im in the market for a new queen bed for when my fiancé and I move in together at the end of May! This would be perfect!!!
Asaf
Cambridge MA store is closest to me. My back hurts after a long nights sleep! Ouch!
Courtney
The Tigard-Bridgeport is the closest store to me here out in Orygun! (Oregon) :)
My sleep issues are not being able to sleep in like I used to – even though my son would totally let me on the weekends – but my back starts to hurt, darn it! I just thought maybe it’s bc I was getting older, but maybe it’s my mattress.
Kendra
My closest one is the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN. I like a firm mattress but the hubby likes a softer one so this would allow us to have our own option but stay together.
Annette
The store closest to me is in LAFAYETTE LA. I have 6 discs that are injured and I can sleep only on on my sides. I toss back and forth all night long. I wake up feeling tired. I haven’t been able to sleep in a bed in years, because of the firmness (I did sleep a few nights in hotel bed and was shocked, but it did take a lot of pillows to make it possible). I would love to be able to adjust the firmness.
Julia @ Drops of Jules
Glendale, California Store! I’m moving in with my SO (AGHH!!!!) and we are thriving on a college budget. This would help us out more than you could ever imagine. Seriously, we need this. It would be such a blessing! Fingers crossed. I get really hot at night and I end up tossing and turning. I would love something that can adjust based on firmness.
DALILA
The Galleria at South bay in Redondo Beach! Why would I want a new mattress? Because I love sleeping! And I think my mattress is way past retirement, aggravating my lower back issues, and preventing me from a good night sleep, and my daily life. Ok, ok, even if I don’t win this I’m definitely getting a new mattress SOON but how cool would it be if I won? Pretty cool, I think!
Brooke
Zona Rosa, Kansas City. I’m like Andrew and need a supportive mattress for my bad back.
Amy @ Fitnessmeetsfrosting
The Stoneridge mall! My husband (so weird to say- we just got married on Saturday:) ) and I have been looking for a new bed because he overheats in our current bed and I think we have the same problem (I think he prefers a firmer mattress than I do).
Lindsay
North Scottdale store is closest to me. My husband and I have always wanted a sleep number bed…I want a softer mattress and he needs a more firm one for a bad back after a car accident.
Elizabeth Fournier
Hi Janae!! Thank you for all of the info about the importance of sleep and sleep number! The store located closest to me is in Walnut Creek, CA. I would love to win the giveaway, because I have so much trouble sleeping, and I wake up every morning with a very sore back which I think might be related to my mattress. Thanks again and have a great day!!!!
Kelsey
University Parkway in Orem is the closest store to me! I’d like to win to help my achy back :)
Dan
Amazing giveaway. Christiana Mall Newark, Delaware is closest store near me!
Stacey
Christiana Mall, Newark Delaware is my nearest store! Being a night shift nurse and mom of 3 little ones I rarely sleep but maybe a new mattress would help that! We have needed a new mattress for about 1-2 years now but cost wise haven’t been able to swing it! My chiropractor actually recommended a Sleep Number bed!!
Awesome giveaway!
Tess Moore
Crabtree Valley Mall Store, Raleigh NC !!! What a give-a-way! My husband and I suffer from an old mattress that has body dimples from so many years. If I get stuck in a crater at night I’m up forever. My husband has a pinched nerve in his neck and sleeping gets uncomfortable in our current situation!
Happy Friday!!! Woop woop!
Audrey Dawkins
Sleep number valdosta, i get so hot sleeping…probably because of the two dogs in the bed with me
Leah S.
We are 18 weeks pregnant so sleep is getting interesting with the tossing and turning. My husband likes a firm bed where I want it to completely confirm around me ha! The closest store to me is the Crabtree Valley Mall.. I might have to go check these out..
Tracy S
Sleep Number Mall in Columbia Store
I would love to have Sleep Number bed so my husband and I can share a bed that is good for both of us. He starts off the night in our bed, but then it starts to hurt his back so he goes into the guest room. :-(
Allison Reynolds
Asheville mall asheville NC. My husband always complains about our bed…insomnia problems for years! Would love a new bed!
Christina
Eastview Mall Store Rochester NY -tossing and turning a lot lately!
Elizabeth H
The Mall at Tuttle Crossing in Dublin, OH! I’ve had a lot of trouble falling asleep lately, and both my fiancé and I have spates of tossing and turning. We’d definitely love a Sleep Number bed to help us both sleep more soundly!
Kailey
The Fox Run Mall in Newington, NH! This would be amazing! I have been sleeping on the same mattress for almost 24 years (I am 34!) I know that I desperately need to buy a new mattress!
Tori Charlton
Great Northern Mall is the closest store to me. Only 10 miles away! My sleep is ok but my husband never sleeps well. a bed like this sounds incredible!
Christina Kubissa
Montgomery County Mall Bethesda MD! I wake up often feeling so tired still even set 8 hours so I’d love to know how I’m actually sleeping! I’m also pregnant so anything that will help me be more rested in the months coming up would be great!!
Rose
There is a Sleep Number store at my local mall in Durham NC. Our mattress is due for replacement and as usual, my husband and I can not agree on which type of mattress to purchase. This would be an ideal solution to our issue!
Kaitlin K
Whitemarsh Mall in Baltimore, MD is the closest store to me! I’ve always had some trouble taking WAY too long to fall asleep at night. Reducing screen time has been helping lately! Thanks for the giveaway :)
Alyssa
Davenport, IA is the closest store for me! I toss and turn a lot at night and i think it’s due to my husband and I’s different preferences in mattress firmness…
Rose
Closest store to me is Houston Kirby in Houston, TX. Our mattress is stiff as a board and exactly how my fiance likes it. I would love to be able to sleep on something softer than a 4X4! Thanks for the amazing giveaway!
Monica
College Mall in Bloomington, IN would be closest to me. Like you, I had my mattress when I was single and now my husband is always complaining about how it makes his back hurt. Before I just worried about how it made me feel, now I think about how it makes my husband feel.
Meghan M.
Port Orange – Dunlawton Ave in Port Orange, Fl! My new husband likes a harder surface and I want to basically be in a cloud :) We haven’t find a happy balance yet!!
Melissa
Fort Collins, CO–waking up too early due to kids is my biggest sleep problem right now ? But, our mattress is almost 12 yrs old now and is sagging, so might be time to replace it….
Kelly Tschida
My husband has been getting a sore arm and neck while he sleeps and claims our mattress is too soft for him this would be a great opportunity since he wouldn’t have to go to the guest bed so much!!! The closest store to us is the Center Place shop
Shannon W
My closest store is Nashville – Belle Meade, TN! My husband and I aren’t really having any sleep issues (unless you count lack of space due to puppies ;) ), but we are newlyweds and only have one mattress! This means we don’t have a guest bed, so our house is now a BYOB – bring your own bed haha. This mattress would allow us to have a guest bed, which our families would really appreciate!
Virginia
I live closest to the Polaris Parkway store in Columbus Ohio.
A new mattress would be awesome mine is super old!!
Sam
St. Cloud MN! My husband also has a bad back and often times I wake up to him sleeping in the other room because our bed is too soft for him. I snore and kick most nights and we’d love personal sides to match our preference!
Yvonne Marwuez
Montgomery Mall, Bethesda, MD. 7 years ago we my husband wanted a sleep number bed. I thought it was no different than a regular bed and we went with a standard queen pillow top. Every night we, will I kick myself as U should c have gone with the sleep number! We c are tired of rotating v our mattress. Would love a sleep number!
Marybeth
Woodmere near Cleveland OH is the closest store to me. I would actually love to win this mattress for my parents. My mom is having both knees replaced on May 1st, and my dad has been moving to the floor because she just can’t get comfortable at night with her knee pain. I would be amazing to be able to give them this as a gift so they can sleep comfortable and my mom can get rest while she recovers.
Kelli
Delafield, WI is the store closest to me. My boyfriend has been sleeping in our office for the last few months as our current mattress isn’t providing him the support needed. He is a Paralympic athlete and our current mattress tends to leave him with neck and shoulder soreness. Would love to have a sleep number mattress!
Lindsey
Great Northern Mall in North Olmsted, OH. I’m 33 weeks pregnant and a new mattress sounds heavenly :)
Shawna
Um this sounds awesome. The closest to me is in Brooklyn. I’d love love to win this b/c I’m getting married in Sept (and we won’t be living together til we get married) so this will be a perfect first mattress for us together! I go to bed earlier than he does also so I’m sure we’ll have some adjustments there. :)
Alyssa
The Cary Towne Center store is the closest to me! I have bad back/shoulder problems and can never find a mattress that I have a good night sleep on – even in hotels – Would LOVE to try out a Sleep Number!
Liz
Westfield UTC is the closest store to me. I’d love to win because my current bed is too soft for me even though my fiancé doesn’t mind it. I wake up with a sore back and neck a lot so a new bed that we can each control to make perfect for us would be amazing!
Michele at Everyday Snapshot
Davenport, IA. I would love to win because I really don’t know why I don’t sleep well. But I did change pillows to the bamboo ones and that helped. So maybe changing to a bed that’s not the el cheapo would help too. My husband and I like completely opposite beds. I like soft, he likes firm. So, this could be a happy fix.
Stephanie C.
The Penn Square store in the Penn Square Mall in Oklahoma City is closest to me.
Hubby and I have drastically different ideas of what makes a good mattress. He likes them cloud soft and fluffy and I like them super firm. Right now, we have a firm bed, which gives me great sleep if I’m alone in the bed. Since I’m usually not, Hubby tosses and turns and I end up getting horrible sleep because he isn’t sleeping. The whole thing is a mess and we’re looking at various options to try and make us both happy. Winning this would be a dream come true.
KARLA
The Reno-Virginia street location is the closest to me. My husband is having such severe sleep issues with our current bed that he can’t sleep in it anymore. I would love to win because I desperately want a new mattress-mine is very old. I’ve always wanted a Sleep Number bed
Katie Olson-Perard
My closest store is Salisbury, MD.
I would love a sleep number. I am still nursing my daughter and feel I do not get enough sleep as it is. If I had a mattress that would be perfect for me, I’m pretty sure I would be getting a little bit more and it would help with me falling asleep faster. Also my husband loves our mattress we have no and I am not a fan haha!
Jennie
My closest store is Columbia MD! My biggest sleep issue is we just moved our 1 year old and 4 year old into the same room and they keep waking each other up! I’m hoping in a few weeks they’ll get used to each other sleeping in the same room, but for now I’m tired!
Elizabeth
Pinole is closest but Petaluma is more convenient. My sleep issues are very similar to what yours was…going from one person to two in the bed. I never realized how much it would effect sleep and the mattress!
Amy J.
This giveaway is SO amazing! I cannot seem to get comfortable enough to sleep straight through the night, and my husband has the exact same problem Andrew had! Our store is the Greenfield, WI store! Happy snoozing! :)
Brooke
I work at that store! Come and see us!
Kristi
University Parkway in Orem, UT. I sleep great, my husband not so much ? I would love to see if a different firmness of mattress would help him.
Lacey
Birmingham, AL Hwy. 280 store. I am currently living with my parents and am about to move out, and do not have a mattress!! Thank you for the giveaway!
Birmingham, AL
Laura
The University Parkway store in Orem, Utah!
Have been dealing with major back pain! Have had the same mattress for over 10 years.. probably time to be looking for a new one haha! :)
Amanda Barham
Rogers, Arkansas. I am so sleepy! I think my mattress is just old but I go to sleep exhausted and wake up exhausted! This would be perfect!
Robin P.
Johnson City, TN Roan Street! I sleep pretty well, but my poor husband has back issues. I would love to surprise him with a new, wonderful mattress! Thank you for this giveaway :)
Dawn
The closest store to me is Rockaway Townsquare in Rockaway, NJ. A new mattress would be amazing! My husband and I just got married in December, and are using an OLD mattress from before I even met him. Whoops! He was in a motorcycle accident and his back is all messed up, so a sleep number would really help.
Sarah
Oh gosh! The chance to win a mattress?!? How awesome! I would love to win because my current mattress is 10 years old and there are mornings I wake up so stiff. It’s one of those things that just gets put off until you have the time and money to spend. Isn’t it crazy how we sacrifice something as important as sleep and our bodies for other things other than looking for a new mattress? :) The closest store to me is Hanes Mall Store in Winston-Salem, NC. Enjoy your weekend and am happy to hear you and Andrew are now sleeping soundly together!
Katie
The closest Sleep Number store to us is in Grand Junction, Colorado (we live in Basalt, CO). My boyfriend and I (we’ve lived together for 5 years now, and have moved across the country together) both work at a non-profit and therefore do not have a whole lot of money to spend on things like a new mattress. We both are super active (my boyfriend a road bike racer and me a marathoner) and have noticed some aches and pains from sleeping recently. Specifically, I keep waking up with some horrible psoas soreness in my lower back. It’s partially from sitting at a desk all day after running, but also partially from our mattress and the way it slopes and sinks. If we won this contest, we would be ECSTATIC! We’ve been wanting a new (quality!) mattress for quite a while now.
Ashley
White oaks mall in Springfield Illinois! Currently my sleeping problems are due to having only 4 weeks left until our first little one comes into the world. Previously I always wake up with back pain and could never get comfortable.
Christine
The Palm Beach Gardens location on Northlake!! oh i wake up multiple times every night. I usually don’t have a problem falling asleep but definitely have a problem staying asleep. WOMP WOMP.
Amy J.
Memorial City in Houston. We both toss and turn and take awhile to settle into a comfortable position. Our own Sleep Number would be AMAZING!
Kassie
My closest store is the Sleep Number store in Bangor, ME in the Bangor Mall (I’ve been in there to buy pillows for parents for Xmas one year)! I would love to win because we recently moved, but have no mattress/bed permanently (we’re sleeping on a fold out couch at the moment. And I’m 6 months pregnant…so that’s all of my sleep issues!)
And I also ‘tricked’ my person early on when we first started hanging out into thinking I could hang out late at night ;)
https://stores.sleepnumber.com/me/bangor/663-stillwater-ave.html
Katie
The Galleria at South Bay is closest to me :) since having a baby, when I wake up at night (for whatever reason) I find it super hard to fall back asleep. Sometimes its because the baby is cuddling in our bed too, in which case a nice big bed would solve the problem. Plus anything comfier and more supportive couldn’t hurt either. Thanks for the give away! fingers crossed :)
Alex Maxson
Hillsboro, Or Tanasbourne is the closest store to me.
I have been and insomniac for years and since I have never cared too much about mattresses before I never realized how much of a difference a firm vs. soft mattress matters. My Handsome Man always wants to feel like he is sleeping on a cloud, while I like a firm mattress to help with aches and pains of my back that come with my job. I would love a chance to win this mattress and finally attempt to get some sleep!
Tiffany
Arden fair mall, Sacramento!
When my husband and I got married we used/still use his old mattress. It still has the indent in the middle from him, that I always roll into. Lol. 5 years of marriage and 2 kids later, I think it’s time for a new mattress!
Katie Wilson
My closest store is on Lenox Road in Atlanta. My sleep issues are throbbing pain in my lower back–probably doesn’t help that our mattress dips in the middle (we like to call it forced cuddling). Would love to wake up in the morning and not feel 20 years older than my age!
Bev
Spokane North store is closest to me! My husband and I both have back issues so this would be awesome!
Amy B
The nearest one to me is in Virginia Beach, Va. fortunately I sleep very well but boyfriend doesn’t. He falls asleep quickly but then wakes up in he middle of the night and can’t fall asleep. My current mattress has a huge “crater” on my side. Would love to win a new one!
Alex
The closest Sleep Number store is in my home town in FL. My sleep problems are numerous insomnia, achey joints etc, but my husband also has back problems so winning a new mattress would be awesome for both of us! He has to have surgery later this summer and it would be nice to start out fresh with a repaired back and a new mattress. I hope I win!
Jenny Rose
Burnsville Center Store!
I have never hoped to win a contest more. My husband has restless legs and needs a very firm mattress. I, only the other hand need a soft one for my hips. A couple of years ago we got a new King mattress–hoping to give him more room to thrash and that I hopefully won’t be woken by it. But, it is far too firm for me and not only does his thrashing keep me up but my hips ache too. I love really love to win this and maybe get some sleep for a change! Fingers crossed
Miranda
My closest SleepNumber store is in West Market Plaza in Akron, Ohio. I need a new mattress because of your exact situation – my husband and I just got married on Sunday, and WOW our mattress is not working for us! We’ve been looking at a few stores already, but how amazing would it be to win a mattress for a wedding present?! lol :) We just need something that will suit both of us, not just one of us. Either I’ll struggle on his bed/mattress or he’ll struggle on mine. We need a solution ASAP! Thanks as always for great content on your blog – I check it every day!
Alayna
The closest store to me is the Fox Run Mall in Newington, NH. I would love to win because I’m still sleeping on the cheap twin mattress I bought right after college! I have a hard time falling asleep and want to make my room in my new house a sanctuary where I can recharge for the day :)
Erin Skrtich
WESTFIELD LOUIS JOLIET is closest to me. This would be AMAZING. Happy Running :)
Amanda
Destiny USA in Syracuse, NY. This is an awesome giveaway!
Heather
Northglenn, CO store is the closest to my house. I’d love a new mattress – our’s is 13yrs old and I’m pretty sure its time for a new one! I used to sleep like a baby but recently I’ve been waking up a lot in the middle of the night. Yuck!
Joanna
What an incredible giveaway! Closest store is in Braintree MA and I am in desperate need of a good nights sleep – I am currently half way through my 3rd pregnancy in 3 years!! As you know, things only get more comfortable between 20 and 40 weeks ;)
Ali S
OO our closest store is Park Meadows which is really close to work! Does being new parents count as sleep issues?! My body have obviously changed through this process but I know my husbands sleep patterns are also changing. A new mattress would definitely help!
Brooke
We have one store in Lincoln, NE. We struggle with our mattress really sinking in in the middle. Since my husband is heavier than me, I sleep on a major slope which causes hip and back alignment issues.
Hadas
The closest store is in East Hanover NJ.
I have a hard time falling asleep, and when I wake up in the middle of the night, It is so hard for me to fall back to sleep cause he snores.
I would love to win and improve the quality of our sleep.
Kelsey @ The Wolfepack Write Ups
St. Johns Town Center, in JAX, FL is the closest to me. I have been having trouble sleeping a full 8 hours lately. I would really appreciate being able to win one of these. Thank you very much for the opportunity!!! Have a great weekend!
Kelli
Ft. Wayne, IN…..my husband would love this!!!! He has back issues.
Maggie
Cherry Creek in Denver CO. My husband and I are the same- we like very different things. Would LOVE a Sleep number.
Erin H
Wow, great giveaway! The closest store to me is the north charlotte location in NC. I would love to win a new mattress because I am a super active sleeper and would love a bed that doesn’t have so much motion transfer so my significant other can sleep a little better!
Lauren
Eugene OR is my closes store. Sometimes it takes awhile for me to fall asleep at night.
Tracy Carbaugh
It appears U.S. 6, Montville, OH is the closest location for a Sleep Number distributor. I would love to win this mattress. I’m currently in nursing school and my fiance is working 50+ hours a week to support both of us. A new mattress is definitely something we need, but financially not something we can swing at the moment. Winning this would be super!!!
Brooke Hansen
Sleep Number Columbia. Our mattress is so old and makes me hurt everywhere, but my low back has some issues, so that’s where I feel it the most.
Heather Snyder
Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted Ohio. I would love to be able to just sleep. I fall asleep quickly but wake up at random times. My husband was very understanding and let me choose a mattress that I like knowing my crazy sleep issues, but I know the mattress I chose is much too soft for him. A sleep number bed would be the perfect answer.
Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday
I’m closest to the Sleep Number Dublin store. I’d love a new mattress because I’ve had mine for at least 10 years and I totally don’t sleep well on it – I toss and turn because I can’t get comfy, and wake up achier than normal. :P
Tara
The closest store near me is in the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN!
My biggest sleep issue is falling asleep…my mind goes a million miles per hour and I am definitely in need of a comfy mattress so I can get some rest! :)
Lauren
Tampa Westshore is the closest store to me. I have had sleeping issues for YEARS. I keep telling myself it’s stress related and as soon as I can remove a stressor from my life, then I’ll sleep better. Maybe it’s time to stop waiting and do something about it. I’d love to win this mattress!
Ruth
Sandy store- would love to win a new mattress, my back would appreciate it:)
Sophie Ravanbakht
The store closest to me is in CRABTREE VALLEY MALL. I’ve always struggled with sleep but realized in the last two or so years how detrimental it is to my health, I’ve had numerous issues that have come up all because I can’t seem to sleep well. I am training for NYC in the fall and would LOVE a new mattress to get the sleep I need to do well!
caroline orien
Easton Mall, Columbus Ohio
Reading your experience with needing a different type of mattress then your husband is exactly what my husband and I are realizing. My husbands back is really starting to bother him after what I think is a restful night. I would love for us to have a mattress that makes us both happy!
Amanda
My store is in Northwoods Mall in North Charleston, SC. I struggle with sleeping through the night. Hoping a sleep number would help me stay asleep all night!
Candice Richardson
Murray, Utah is th closest store to me! I would LOVE to win because we have had the same mattress since we got married?and we are way overdue for a new one! Ours has a dip in the middle so we roll toward the center!!
Erica B
The closest store to me is at Westfield Capital Mall. My biggest sleep problem is that I like a firm mattress and I’m sleeping on an ancient hand me down. I need more sleep!
Michelle
The store in Bridgewater, NJ! My only sleep issue is that I still sleep in a twin bed so I would love to finally upgrade while still on a student budget :)
Lindsey
My sleep number store is 7 miles away! Our son and dog climb in bed often which really disrupts my sleep!
Shannon
Chicago, IL
Currently pregnant and uncomfortable! This would be a dream.
Kate
Murray, UT is the closest store to me – I’ve been marathon training and getting a good night’s sleep is the best way to recover :)
Sarah
University Parkway, Orem! I have been having a hard time getting comfortable at night and it has created a lot up upper back and neck pain for me. If I had a better mattress I feel like I could be open to sleeping in positions to prevent feeling affects of bad sleep. I want this.
Allison
The Mall of Georgia location is closest to me. My husband and I are sleeping on a hand me down mattress that we’ve slept on for nearly 18 years. Every year we say we are going to get a new mattress and every year some other expense gets priority. I would guess our mattress to be about 25 years old. It’s time to be replaced.
Amber
Northglenn, CO. I would love a sleep number because of the constant back pain that I’ve been experiencing over the last year. This pain has caused my mileage and speed to decrease and it all just makes me sad! Getting a good night sleep and waking up without pain would be incredible!
Michelle
Strongsville, Ohio! I have a hard time sleeping with my husband who snores! I usually end up in the spare bedroom so I could get a few hours of quiet sleep.
Pam S
The closest store to me would be Crabtree Valley in Raleigh, NC. I’d just flat out LOVE a sleep number mattress. My SIL has one and raves about it ALL the time.
Amanda
The store in Gainesville is closest to me. I need a new mattress to help my chronic neck pain.
Leah
Sioux City – awesome giveaway! I sleep great but my husband doesn’t so maybe a new mattress is the key
Karen O
North Scottsdale store is closest. Have always wanted to try a sleep number bed. Maybe it would help me stay asleep thru the night!
Ella
The store closest to me is in Ann Arbor, Mi. (home of the Dharma Initiative)
Dad passed two years ago and since that day I sleep about 3 hours a night and go through the day like a zombie. It hadn’t occurred to me my mattress may be an issue. I’d love to give sleep number a try.
Alex
There is a store right by me in Belle Meade, TN. I’ve always had trouble falling asleep at night and now being in my second trimester it’s gotten really difficult!
Amber
The Avenue, Murfreesboro. My husband’s back could use an upgrade!
Emily
The store closest to me is Allen Park, MI. I have trouble falling asleep, but not staying asleep.
Laura
Our closest store is Denver West about 10 minutes away. Our mattress is about 6 years old, and although it is comfortable, it is starting to sag even though we rotate it. I would love to try a sleep number!
Ellen
Overland Park. I rotate through a variety of sleep issues but lately its been staying asleep.
Shellie
store: Wichita East 21st and Rock, Wichita, KS. We got a new mattress a few years ago and I feel like it holds the heat and I get too hot. Sometimes I have to go on the couch in order to sleep. We’d love to have a different type of mattress to use!
Kristin
Novi, MI.
My sleep issues, where do I start. I have two dogs plus my husband who all sleep on a queen sized bed. My big dog sleeps by my feet and the puppy stays close to my head. I have been waking up the with the worst back pain, cramped legs and stiff neck every day for the last 6 months. It doesn’t help that my mattress is worn and we are definitely in need of a new one for sure.
Alyssa Seifert
Dakota Square in Minot, ND
My hips sometimes hurt. My husband prefers a firm mattress (which is what we have) but I like a softer one.
Aaliyah
McDonough South Point is closest to me. I have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. I usually wake up several times to move around, mainly because my hips get sore.
Erica Rolston
My store is a City center San Francisco. My sleep issue is sore hips
Stefanie G
The closest store to me is: Sleep Number
Concord, NC.
I have a lot of issues with getting comfortable in my bed, it’s hard to fall asleep when I can’t find a comfortable position.