In this Performance Bite, I discuss the critical role of sleep in enhancing health and performance. Explaining how sleep is hormonally driven, detailing the processes involving adenosine, serotonin, and melatonin. I emphasize the importance of different sleep stages, including deep sleep and REM sleep, in recovery and performance and provide practical tips for optimizing sleep hygiene and highlights the connection between sleep quality and athletic performance, including injury risk and muscle recovery.
