Who doesn’t love a good nap? Well, that depends—some people swear by them, while others fear it could disrupt their sleep. So, is napping a genius life hack or a snoozy mistake? The truth is, like with anything involving your circadian rhythms, it’s not that simple. Whether a nap works for you depends on your […]
If you’re a night owl and feel like the world is designed for early birds, you’re not imagining it. Research shows that late chronotypes face challenges that early risers don’t. Here’s a quick overview of some of what we know. Academic Disadvantages For evening types, the traditional 9-to-5 world of academics can be an uphill […]
January is the ultimate “new year, new me” season. So, it’s a great time to think about fresh habits. That’s why I wanted to drop this little reminder: syncing up with your circadian rhythms can boost your health and energy. Why? Because these rhythms play a big role in everything from when we feel awake […]
The nap planner scores naps based on the following: with more dimensions to come. How do we estimate these things? We run hundreds of simulations of how your body’s clock is shaped by your activity patterns in the normal course of running Arcashift. The nap scores are natural extensions of these simulations, taking on the […]
If you’ve ever thought a nap might be the key to boosting your energy, we’ve got great news! Introducing Arcashift’s new Nap Planner—an innovative, circadian-driven tool that understands your body’s internal clock. How does it work? The Nap Planner takes the guesswork out of napping by analyzing your body’s internal clock and recommending the best […]
Ready for another exciting Arcashift update? Our new onboarding experience gives you instant access to the information you care about, all without needing to create an account. That’s right – no sign-ups or passwords, just an easy and seamless way to explore personalized insights. Within minutes of launching the app, you will uncover your unique […]
You’ve probably heard that activity is pretty good for your health. But when should you be active if you’re trying to shift your clock earlier or later? Arcashift’s Activity Chart has got you covered. By now, we know you’re familiar with circadian rhythms, which are those natural 24-hour cycles that regulate your body functions (including […]
The latest update to our app, Arcashift, brings a game-changing feature that will revolutionize how you track and optimize your sleep. Dive Deeper with the Improved Sleep Chart The new and improved sleep chart is designed to give you a detailed and insightful look into how your daily activities affect your sleep patterns. Here’s how […]
We’re thrilled to announce the latest update to Arcashift, the app for shift workers. This update is packed with exciting new features designed to enhance your sleep health experience. With this update, we’ve introduced chronotypes and sleep insights and revamped our onboarding process to make it more customizable than ever. Personalized Sleep InsightsOur new chronotypes […]
It’s a common term, but what do we really mean by jet lag? I would say jet lag is a kind of circadian misalignment that happens when: 1. your body is aligned to your environment, meaning you’re sleeping at night and active when the sun is up, then … 2. you quickly travel to a […]
