5 tips to help you get to sleep faster. It is important to get at least seven to nine hours of sleep per day. For some people, that is easier said than done. Here are some sleeping tips from Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, via AOL. 1. Do yoga right before bedtime. 2. Take a bath before going to sleep to lower the temperature in your core. 3. Get up and do a calming activity if you're having trouble falling asleep. 4. Keep your room dark and make it as quiet as possible. 5. Lower your caffeine intake and do not have any eight hours before sleeping.