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Sleep First: The Secret to Better Health and Performance

5/2/2025

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Prioritizing sleep over morning workouts is key to achieving optimal health, experts say. A solid seven to nine hours of sleep enhances recovery and sharpens cognitive abilities. Skipping sleep for exercise can backfire, raising injury risks and hampering performance. Striking a balance is essential, with brief workouts permissible when well-rested.

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Prioritizing sleep over morning workouts is key to achieving optimal health, experts say. A solid seven to nine hours of sleep enhances recovery and sharpens cognitive abilities. Skipping sleep for exercise can backfire, raising injury risks and hampering performance. Striking a balance is essential, with brief workouts permissible when well-rested.