Get 7–9 hours of sleep before the night study session
Take a short nap earlier in the day if needed
Study in a bright, well-lit room
Keep the room cool and well ventilated
Sit upright at a desk, not on a bed or couch
Drink water regularly
Eat a light, balanced snack before studying
Avoid heavy meals before or during study
Limit caffeine to a moderate amount and avoid overuse
Avoid caffeine too late if it will affect sleep later
Use active study methods like practice questions and recall
Break study time into short focused sessions
Take brief standing or walking breaks
Stretch or move around during breaks
Avoid studying in silence if it makes you drowsy; use low-volume background noise if helpful
Keep your phone away from distractions
Avoid alcohol and sedating medications
Wash your face with cool water if you feel sleepy
Change subjects or tasks when attention drops
Set specific goals for each study block
Stop if you become too sleepy to retain information safely
Plan recovery sleep after the session