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159. Sleep & Sport: How Sleep Impacts Injury Risk, Recovery, and Performance

159. Sleep & Sport: How Sleep Impacts Injury Risk, Recovery, and Performance

Update: 2025-12-02
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In this episode of PT Snacks, we dive into the often-overlooked pillar of athletic performance: sleep. From injury prevention to muscle repair and hormonal balance, sleep plays a critical role in helping your athletes recover and perform at their best.

Learn how sleep quality, quantity, and timing affect strength, endurance, and even muscle regeneration on a cellular level. Plus, get actionable tips on sleep hygiene, environmental tweaks, and the science behind scheduled napping.

  • Intro: Why Sleep Shouldn’t Be Overlooked
  • The Role of Sleep in Injury and Recovery
  • What Counts as Good Sleep?
  • Performance Losses Linked to Sleep Deprivation
  • How Sleep Affects Muscle Repair at the Cellular Level
  • Sleep Hygiene and Environmental Strategies
  • Closing Thoughts: Sleep as a Game Changer

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159. Sleep & Sport: How Sleep Impacts Injury Risk, Recovery, and Performance

159. Sleep & Sport: How Sleep Impacts Injury Risk, Recovery, and Performance

Kasey Hankins, PT, DPT, OCS