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Sleep Secrets of Elite Athletes | Auckland News
Elite athletes aren’t just built for peak performance—they’re engineered for recovery, starting with sleep. Shotputter Tom Walsh proves that 8.5 to 9.5 hours of quality rest is non-negotiable, especially when training at the highest level. Science backs up early bedtimes: deeper, more restorative sleep stages occur earlier in the night. Even juggling rugby and med school, athletes like Maia Joseph track their sleep with tech to optimize performance. Hormone balance, menstrual cycles, jet lag, and circadian rhythm disruptions all tie into sleep strategy—think melatonin, blue light filters…
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