SLEEP is one of the most important parts of staying healthy and fit.

It might seem simple, but the truth is, without enough rest, everything else – workouts, energy, even motivation – becomes harder.

During sleep, your body repairs muscles, reduces inflammation, and restores energy.

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This makes your workouts more effective and helps prevent injury.

Lack of sleep can make exercise feel tougher, coordination worse, and recovery slower.

Good sleep also helps control weight.

When you’re tired, appetite hormones are thrown off, cravings increase, and metabolism slows down.

Getting enough rest keeps your body in balance, making it easier to stick to healthy eating and exercise habits.

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