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Enhancing Sleep Health for Athletes
This chapter emphasizes the critical role of sleep in optimizing athlete performance and recovery, addressing the common misunderstandings surrounding sleep issues in sports. It explores innovative athlete-specific sleep screening methods, the value of structured sleep routines, and the importance of education over medical intervention for most athletes. Additionally, the discussion highlights strategies for endurance athletes, including napping and sleep banking, while navigating the complexities of individual sleep needs and societal perceptions of sleep.