How to use a sleep tracker to actually sleep better

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:55:00 +0000

You’re motivated to improve your sleep. You’ve invested in a sleep tracker. You’re monitoring your sleep every night.

That means you’re guaranteed to sleep better, right?

Unfortunately, it’s not that simple.

In a recent study involving 229 older adults, simply providing regular reports about sleep did not improve insomnia symptoms. Participants who also received guidance on sleep habits and daytime activity, however, experienced improvements.

The message? Collecting sleep data isn’t the same as improving sleep.

Sophie-Bostock on Ultrahuman Blog

How to use a sleep tracker to actually sleep better