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Getting More Sleep Can Improve Performance
How does sleep affect performance and muscle growth?
Sleep is not just about avoiding the downside of deprivation. Systematic reviews suggest that extending sleep, and in some cases adding strategic naps, can improve physical and cognitive performance in athletes. More sleep is often the simplest legal performance enhancer available.
Key Takeaway
Poor sleep undermines recovery, readiness, and performance.
Actionable Tip
If your schedule allows it, add sleep before adding more supplements or gadgets.
Scientific Reference
The Impact of Sleep Interventions on Athletic Performance: A Systematic Reviewsleep extensionperformancerecovery