My husband was watching the Today show the other day. There was a psychologist on it that said Americans (don't know about Canadians) are averaging 6.1 hours per night, way below the recommened 8 (for most people; individuals vary). Apparently, brain activity falls way off after that. I'm sure swimming performance must too. So
1. How much sleep are people getting?
2. How much sleep would you like to get?
3. How much sleep is conducive to best swim performance?
4. Does lack of sleep effect your performance at practice or a meet?
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I know that 99% of people who reply to this will say, "Oh no! I only need 5 hours to function at my peak! Only lazy people/wusses need less than that. These so called scientists don't know what they're talking about."
If I get 8 I'm ok. 8.5 is best. 7 three nights in a row will leave me dragging. And yes, it affects my athletic and mental performance negatively when I get less, as well as my mood. I actually get about 7.5 - 8.
I know that 99% of people who reply to this will say, "Oh no! I only need 5 hours to function at my peak! Only lazy people/wusses need less than that. These so called scientists don't know what they're talking about."
If I get 8 I'm ok. 8.5 is best. 7 three nights in a row will leave me dragging. And yes, it affects my athletic and mental performance negatively when I get less, as well as my mood. I actually get about 7.5 - 8.
