Sleep restores the body and improves energy levels, which has a positive
impact on your mood, mental acuity, cognitive performance, and overall well
being.
Lack of sleep has been linked to cognitive decline and an increased risk of
conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
When you sleep your heart rate slows down, heart rate variability increases,
and blood pressure decreases, therefore the heart and vascular system are
able to rest and recover. Alternatively lack of sleep can be linked to an
increased risk of heart conditions such as heart attack, heart disease, and
heart failure.
Poor sleep can wreak havoc on your hormone production, especially growth
hormone and testosterone. Want to dominate in the gym? Then dominate your
sleep!
- DECREASED INSULIN RESISTANCE
Bad sleep increases insulin resistance which is a leading cause of metabolic
syndrome.
- INCREASED IMMUNE FUNCITON
Poor sleep goes hand and hand with poor immune function as cortisol levels
remain high, preventing
cholesterol synthesis and vitamin D production. Want to be resilient and able to fight off disease? Prioritize your
sleep!