Getting enough sleep is a critical part for the performance of an athlete. Adrenaline can only take a person so far until fatigue sets in from lack of sleep. Athletes such as volleyball players need solid sleep patterns to replenish the demands the body faces during vigorous play.
Having a well rested body has a great impact on mood which directly relates to how well an athlete performs. Volleyball especially is a mental sport on top of the physical aspect. It takes a great deal of teamwork and communication which can depend a lot on the mood of the player.
Exercise also works hand in hand with sleep. The more sleep you get, the better you will perform and the more physical activity you do, the better you will sleep. It seems like it should come easy to get a good night's rest but time management, stress and how you eat also play a role. Athletes should take all of this into consideration especially before big games and a long week of practicing.
You do bring up a good point that all atheletes needs sleep to function for the next days practice or game. Getting enough sleep will also help relax the muscles that they used and help regain the strength in them they will need for the next days activities. Bringing in the point of good eating habits is also a neccesity to having enough energy to compete.
ReplyDeletei couldn't agree more. i found that te nights that i slept a full 8 before a game ratherthan 6 or 7 i played my best games. however, i found that it was difficult to get to sleep at night because of the anxiety of waiting for the game. so, i figured out that thurs. nights was the best night to get like 10 or 11 hours of sleep wich helps me somewhat relaxed and stressed about getting enough sleep the friday night before the games.
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