Wouldn't it be nice to jump out of bed full of energy, ready to tackle the day ache-free? If that's more dream world than reality for you, you're not alone. For a lot of us, waking up feeling amazing can seem out of reach, especially if we're hitting the gym hard during the day or dealing with chronic pain.

While we may never literally leap from under our duvet, there are steps we can take to feel less sore in the a.m. -- and even get a better night's sleep as well. Check out these tips from fitness and sleep experts and add them to your nightly routine now.

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