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?
"Apparently, brain activity falls way off after that."
I know some folks who definitely fall into this category even with plenty of sleep.:snore:
Anyway, weeknights I average around 6-6.5 making up for lack of it on weekends when I usally get 7-7.5'ish with a nap during the day (both days if possible). I make a point of upping the amount of sleep the week leading up to major competition events. I've noticed negative impact to results due to sleep deprivation at meets if I go into it without compensating.
"Apparently, brain activity falls way off after that."
I know some folks who definitely fall into this category even with plenty of sleep.:snore:
Anyway, weeknights I average around 6-6.5 making up for lack of it on weekends when I usally get 7-7.5'ish with a nap during the day (both days if possible). I make a point of upping the amount of sleep the week leading up to major competition events. I've noticed negative impact to results due to sleep deprivation at meets if I go into it without compensating.
