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Extra Sleep Improves Athletic Performance

by Scott Bird | June 11, 2008

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Sleeping. Photo by prakhar.
Via Conditioning Research : Science Daily notes one of the many sleep vs performance studies taking place at the moment. Although I disagree with the idea of simply increasing the duration of sleep - in my opinion, increasing the quality of sleep is far more important - it's an interesting study overall. And yes, I'm still on the biphasic sleep routine.

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Nap Time

by Scott Bird | May 3, 2008

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Does this picture make you yawn? May be time for a short nap. Photo by Sir Mervs.
Via Digg : the Washington Post takes a brief look at the benefits of napping (and yes, I'm still biphasic). Any regular nappers out there?

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Nappak

by Scott Bird | April 9, 2008

Nappak
The Nappak.

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Sleep more for better performance

by Scott Bird | July 31, 2007

Pre-race nap - image via Triathlete MagazineI am yet to be convinced, but the Sleep Disorders blog points to a recent study attempting to equate a longer sleep period with improved sporting performance. Personally, I suspect there is a correlation between sleep quality and performance; not just the quantity of sleep.

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The Yin Stack

by Scott Bird | May 7, 2007

Sleeping peacefullyMike Demeter points to a great piece by Charles Poliquin on the Yin Stack. If you're like me and tend to have a head filled with ideas shortly before bedtime, this is definitely something to consider.

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Overcoming Jetlag

by Scott Bird | April 19, 2007

TiredThe About Sleep Disorders blog has a few tips on overcoming Circadian Disrhythmia, or Jetlag. Of course the simplest solution is to not get it in the first place. This doesn't mean avoiding all international flights; it just means to not expect it.

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Parents are sleep-deprived

by Scott Bird | April 11, 2007

Parents are sleep-deprivedIf you've got young kids this may seem obvious to you, but it's still great to see the research : when kids don't sleep, neither do their parents.

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