How Sleep Affects Muscle Recovery_ Appetite_ and Body Composition
Close your eyes and let your body fall into a deep, restorative sleep, where the real work of fitness happens. During deep sleep, your body releases growth hormone, which is essential for repairing muscle tissue and stimulating new growth [citation:1][citation:2][citation:5]. Without adequate rest, the scale might go down, but you could be losing muscle instead of fat. One study found that those sleeping only 5.5 hours lost 55% less fat and 60% more muscle mass than those who slept 8.5 hours [citation:4][citation:7]. Quality sleep also regulates hunger hormones, helping you make better food…
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