Why Poor Sleep Kills Your Muscle Growth
Why Sleep Matters
Sleep is not just rest - it's recovery.
Sleep is essential because it's the time when your body repairs itself, restores energy, and prepares your mind and muscles to function at their best.
Low Sleep = High Cortisol
When you sleep less than 6 hours, your cortisol shoots up. High cortisol eats away at muscle, increases fat storage, and keeps your body in stress mode - the opposite of "building muscle" mode.
Your Muscles Stay Damaged Longer
If you don't sleep enough, your body struggles to repair tiny muscles tears from your workouts. You stay sore longer, feel weaker the next day, and your strength gains stall.
Bad Sleep Ruins Your Training
Lack of quality sleep hurts your focus, strength, and coordination. Your reaction time slows down, your power drops, and even if you don't realize it, your overall performance is falling apart.
Sleep Guide
- Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep, no excuses.
- Avoid screens 30-60 minutes before bedtime.
- Keep your room cool, dark and quiet.
- Stick to consistent sleep and wake schedule.
- Treat sleep like part of your training plan stay disciplined.
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