Feels like every fitness guy online says anything under 8–9 hours kills your recovery and gains. Realistically though, most people with jobs aren’t sleeping that much every night. I can function fine on 6–7, but workouts definitely feel better when I get more sleep.
What’s actually worked best for you guys?
I can survive on 6 hours but I definitely don’t recover the same. Strength drops fast after a few bad nights.
Honestly 8+ hours makes the biggest difference for me during heavy training blocks. Less soreness and way better energy in the gym.
Most adults with jobs aren’t getting 9 hours consistently lol. Social media makes it sound way easier than it is.
I noticed my appetite and mood get wrecked when sleep drops too low. Training starts feeling like a chore instead of fun.
Yeah that’s kinda where I’m at too. I can train on 6–7 but I feel way more run down after a couple days in a row.
People underestimate how much better your workouts feel after real sleep. Pumps, focus, strength, all better.
Back when I worked night shifts I averaged maybe 5–6 hours and my progress completely stalled out.
I think 7 solid hours is enough for most people if nutrition and stress are under control. 9 hours every night isn’t realistic for everybody.