Self-tracking of Exercise and Sleep Quality

Abstract

In the fast-paced life era, managing personal health, especially sleep, is paramount. However, due to reasons like work stress and inadequate time management, individuals often experience poor sleep. Inspired by Gina Neff and Dawn Nafus’ “SelfTracking,” I explored the potential of self-tracking in improving sleep quality. Self-tracking involves recording, monitoring, and analyzing data on life, health, and activities, enabling individuals to understand their behaviors and habits better, leading to positive changes and improved quality of life. I specifically investigated the effect of exercising before bedtime on sleep quality. Drawing from “Quantified Self” and “Biomedicalization,” I recognized the potential of quantifying daily life for clearer self-understanding, leading to improved health and quality of life.