The amount of sleep we get greatly impacts every aspect of our daily lives, from our mood to our energy to our body’s natural healing abilities. And it’s no surprise that a lot of us are having trouble sleeping given the current worldwide health crisis.

So what can we do today to better prepare our bodies for a restful night’s sleep? Get outside.

Studies show that exposure to sunlight “helps calibrate your body’s circadian “clock”, which regulates everything from appetite and sleep schedules to mood and energy levels.”

One of the best ways to calibrate our internal clock is by spending about 45 minutes outdoors each day, ideally in the morning. Even on a cloudy day or covered up with sunglasses and protective clothing, we still get enough natural light just being outdoors to reap the benefits.

Plus, who couldn’t use a walk in the fresh air to clear their head?