How Sleep Impacts Performance: Kristen Holmes and Emily Capodilupo discuss the benefits of REM and slow wave sleep, effects of sleep deprivation, how much sleep you need, and the best ways to maximize the efficiency of your time in bed.
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The Critical Importance of Quality Sleep
This chapter delves into various aspects of the importance of sleep, focusing on overtraining indicators, the impact of REM sleep on mental restoration, and the effects of sleep deprivation on cognitive functioning. It discusses the significance of adequate sleep for optimal performance levels, mood regulation, mental health, and physical well-being. The conversation emphasizes the dangers of sleep deprivation on decision-making, physical appearance, health, and highlights the need for a cultural shift to prioritize sleep for optimal performance.
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