Do you overvalue sleep?

[iluvtofly 0]

Maybe it's because of the crazy hours I work, and that I know there's always the chance of getting called into work before I get a chance to sleep. But lately it seems like I overvalue sleep.

I haven't been to the gym in a few months because I'd rather take a nap. I know going to the gym regularly would help me overcome this issue but it's the whole initial getting into the groove of going to the gym that's an issue.

[skydemon2 0]

I wouldnt if you were here.....

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[iluvtofly 0]

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I wouldnt if you were here.....

You're too kind

[aresye 0]

A nap in the afternoon is fine. You can either schedule a workout before or after a nap.

Do what your body tells you. If you slug your way to the gym on little sleep, then the workout won't do that much for you.

Skydiving: You either learn from other's mistakes, or they'll learn from yours.

[lilDevil 2]

Power naps are good for you

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[aresye 0]

Power naps are awesome indeed, especially when you need to get recharge of energy. Usually 10-20min max. Between 20-30min, you will start to drift into deeper sleep, and anything over 30min is no longer considered a power nap.

Take in mind though, that while power napping does give you an energy boost, it does not help in regaining sleep deprivation.

All that information was taught to us by Dave Grossman, when he spoke to my class.

Skydiving: You either learn from other's mistakes, or they'll learn from yours.

[gravitysurfer 0]

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All that information was taught to us by Dave Grossman, when he spoke to my class.

I'll bet that was good. He has written some interesting books. IMHO

aloha.

[aresye 0]

It was a...different...motivating speach. Not the kind you'd be used to.

His 4hr. speach, which I got to listen to twice because I got rolled, went into depth on many different things.

The mind in combat, how to suck up bullets, sleep deprivation and its influence on the mind, physical exertion, stress levels, controlling fear, training for combat, staying at the ready at all times, for whatever may arise.

He kept referring to us as sheepdogs, ready to protect the flock from the wolves.

Very motivating speach, but he is definitely not your normal character.

Skydiving: You either learn from other's mistakes, or they'll learn from yours.

[Beerlight 0]

You pull call duty too?!! Turn that phone off and crash out.....it'll be good for you.

[tigra 0]

Well, two things come to mind. First off is that "initial getting into the groove thing" is really tough. And its really easy to come up with reasons NOT to go. If working out was easy and convenient, we'd be a nation of buff beauties, right? But, just speaking for myself, those days when I'm really dragging and the last thing I want to do is stop at the gym on my way home? If I actually make myself go, most of the time, I feel about 1000% better afterwards! Even after over a year of regular workouts, the lure of the couch and remote control still has some power over me! And honestly, if I stopped at home before going to the gym, I'd probably almost never go!

2nd- just from your posts, it sounds like you have a crazy schedule. Maybe you really are that tired and need the rest.

[PLFXpert 0]

In my unprofessional opinion, I would say sleep is just as important (if not more) than exercise.

I do what my body tells me to. I've never been one to skimp on sleep. If it means going to bed at 8:30 p.m. so I can get up at 4:30 a.m. to run, then I do that. But sometimes I need to sleep an extra hour--and I do that.

I don't get that nap thing, btw, that others speak of. Napping is never a good thing for me. I'm the dreaded morning person. I wake up with a ball of energy and I go, go, go, go, GO until I'm done and then I STOP and sleep. And I sleep well, surprisingly.
If you want to nap, nap. It's likely you won't notice a difference in your waistband if you're that tired. If you nap and still feel tired all the time, it's time to see a doctor.

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