My Sleep Protocol — What Erling Haaland and I Have in Common
My Sleep Protocol — What Erling Haaland and I Have in Common
As I mentioned in my pinned Instagram video, I take my evening protocol seriously. No matter how demanding life becomes, I believe the quality of my days begins with the quality of my nights.
When I recently learned more about Norway’s football superstar, Erling Haaland, I smiled because we surprisingly share a similar philosophy: sleep is one of the greatest performance tools we have.
His extraordinary genetics certainly play a role in his success, but they aren’t the whole story. Haaland has openly spoken about treating sleep like a superpower, saying:
“Sleep is the most important thing in the world.”
Some of the habits he has shared are:
-Wearing blue-light-blocking glasses before bed.
-Limiting wireless signals in his sleeping environment.
-Mouth taping at night to encourage nasal breathing.
Reading about his routine reminded me why I remain so disciplined with my own.
I’ve noticed that whenever my circadian rhythm becomes disrupted, everything else follows. My energy drops, my stress increases, and it becomes much harder to stay consistent with the habits that keep me feeling my best.
For me, stress isn’t just caused by work—it’s caused by distractions. When my schedule gets thrown off, I have less time to meditate, prepare nourishing meals, take my supplements, exercise, visit my chiropractor, schedule my monthly IV therapy and hyperbaric oxygen sessions, and most importantly, protect my sleep.
People often ask what I do before bed, so here’s my current nighttime routine.
I changed most of the lighting in my home.
I changed most of the lights in my home to incandescent bulbs. Their soft light helps me feel relaxed, and they emit a continuous, full-spectrum light rich in red and near-infrared wavelengths. Unlike standard LEDs, which often feature spikes in blue light and high-frequency flicker, incandescent bulbs more closely mimic natural sunlight, support cellular repair, and protect your natural sleep.
I turn off my Wi-Fi before bed.
Every evening I turn off the Wi-Fi throughout my home. This helps curb late-night screen time, reduces background data uploads from unmonitored devices, cuts down on modest amounts of electricity, and minimizes exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs). I personally experience anxiety regarding radiofrequency (RF) radiation, and turning off my routers helps me achieve a more peaceful, uninterrupted rest.
I shower before bed and keep my bedroom cool.
I shower at night and keep my thermostat at 67°F (19.4°C). This leverages my body’s natural circadian rhythm by cooling my core temperature, signaling to my brain that it is time to sleep. Keeping my bedroom at that temperature complements this process by preventing nighttime overheating, allowing me to fall asleep faster and remain in deep, restorative sleep.
My evening supplements.
After my shower, I take New Chapter Magnesium with selenium and zinc. The formula features magnesium bisglycinate chelate and sea-sourced magnesium, which are formulated to be highly bioavailable without causing digestive upset. Its fermented zinc is also designed to be 1.6 times more easily absorbed than standard zinc gluconate. Selenium and zinc provide vital antioxidant support to help neutralize free radicals generated during high physical activity while simultaneously supporting immune function and tissue repair.
I also take a sleep supplement with a proprietary blend containing valerian root, hops strobiles, Chinese skullcap herb, passionflower herb, chamomile flower, fresh California poppy herb, and 3 mg of melatonin. Normally, I would never take melatonin, but combined with the fermented magnesium formula, it is gentle on my stomach and helps me fall asleep faster while supporting my sleep timing.
Mouth taping.
About two months ago I began mouth taping while I sleep, and for me it has been a game changer.
I use the Vita Masques pink mouth tape, which is infused with hyaluronic acid and peptides and has a small breathing vent in the center. It stays on comfortably throughout the night, and I’ve been able to find it at many Target stores.
Creating a sleep sanctuary.
I also sleep with:
• A 100% silk eye mask.
• A goose-down duvet.
• High-thread-count 100% cotton sheets (although I also love linen).
• Blackout curtains.
All of these little details help create an environment where I can truly rest.
As a cancer survivor and someone running a demanding business, restorative sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s part of my foundation. It helps me stay mentally sharp, physically resilient, and ready for whatever the next day brings.
None of us can eliminate stress completely, but we can build routines that help us recover from it.
I hope sharing my nighttime protocol inspires you to create one that works for your own life. I’d love to hear what your favorite bedtime rituals are.
If you have any questions, feel free to email me at wendy@wendyglez.com.
***THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED OR REGULATED BY THE FDA. WE ARE NOT DOCTORS, THEREFORE ALWAYS CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST.