For athletes, sleep is the ideal recovery tool. Lack of proper sleep can slow down training adaptation and may actually increase the risk of injury or illness. Despite the importance of sleep, many athletes are often unable to get good, quality sleep, especially during hard training blocks or leading up to the competition. In this episode, Wahoo Sports Science coaches Dr. Jinger Gottschall and Suzie Snyder look at the dynamics of sleep, why it's so critical, and serve up some top tips for getting a good night's rest.**Learn more:**How to Get a Good Night's SleepRecovery: When, How Much, and Does it Work**Try the SYSTM Training App free for 14 days.**https://www.wahoofitness.com/systm/getting-startedHave questions? Please ask us here! https://systm.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/new-knowledge-episode-if-you-dont-snooze-you-lose-the-importance-of-sleep-to-recovery-and-performance/17825