Why Gym Gains are Won in Bed
You can train like an absolute beast and eat like a king, but if you are only sleeping five hours a night, your hard work will go straight to waste. Muscle growth does not happen in the gym; it happens when you sleep.
The Hormonal Cascade of Sleep
During deep, slow-wave sleep, your body releases its largest pulse of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) and testosterone, driving muscular repair and central nervous system recovery.
“Lifting tears down muscles. Food provides the bricks. Sleep is the construction crew that actually builds the temple.”
How to Optimize Sleep Hygiene
Keep your room pitch black, lower the temperature to 65-68°F, and turn off all blue screens at least 45 minutes before bedtime. For an in-depth breakdown of sleep stages, consult the National Sleep Foundation.
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