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If you've ever walked in from a hard day's workout and wanted to go to sleep, then you know the power of good exercise. If you have trouble sleeping, exercise may do the trick but don't exercise too late at night. It takes time for your heart rate to come down so if you're doing Jumping Jacks and immediately expect to drift off shortly after, chances are it won't happen. Not getting enough sleep can also lead to weight gain.

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( Phil Greer/Chicago Tribune )

If you've ever walked in from a hard day's workout and wanted to go to sleep, then you know the power of good exercise. If you have trouble sleeping, exercise may do the trick but don't exercise too late at night. It takes time for your heart rate to come down so if you're doing Jumping Jacks and immediately expect to drift off shortly after, chances are it won't happen. Not getting enough sleep can also lead to weight gain.

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