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 sleep about 7-8 hours a night. Before a meet, I need at least that to function, however I still can function on six hours, but I will definitely need a nap (which I usually take anyway if I can) between prelims and finals. Optimal is 8 or 9 hours of sleep to be completely fresh and well rested. Sleeping anything more than 9 is too much and I'd be too groggy.
i sleep about 7-8 hours a night. Before a meet, I need at least that to function, however I still can function on six hours, but I will definitely need a nap (which I usually take anyway if I can) between prelims and finals. Optimal is 8 or 9 hours of sleep to be completely fresh and well rested. Sleeping anything more than 9 is too much and I'd be too groggy.
