As a Casual Athlete, Do I Need More Sleep?


As a Casual Athlete, Do I Need More Sleep?


So how does sleep affect performance? Well, it may come down to simply what happens while we sleep.

During N3 sleep (the stage in which the body heals and repairs itself), slow-wave sleep growth hormone is released, which promotes muscle growth and repair, Dr. Rodriguez explains. What`s more, sleep can help the immune system. So if you`re not getting enough sleep — or enough quality sleep — your body may not be able to repair itself properly and keep your immune system up to date.

"Additionally, stress and anxiety before a competition may limit your sleep time," Dr. Rodriguez added. For athletes who may feel the pressures of races, long training runs, and extensive goals, sleep may actually be interrupted by stress.

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