Why Your Body Suddenly JERKS As You Fall Asleep

Ever been just about to fall asleep when your body suddenly jerks — like you’re falling, tripping, or being shocked awake? That strange little jolt is called a hypnic jerk, and it usually happens during the transition between being awake and falling asleep. In this video, we break down what’s happening in your brain and muscles during that moment, why the falling sensation can happen, and what might make these sudden sleep jerks more noticeable. Your body does a lot of weird things while you sleep — and most of the time, you never even realize it. Subscribe for more simple explanations of the strange things your body does every day. #HumanBody #Sleep #HypnicJerk #BodyExplained #ScienceExplained