How important is sleep for gains?

Herbertysnilm · Post by **Herbertysnilm** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 2:30 am

I am only getting 6 hours. Is that enough?

GarageLifter303 · Post by **GarageLifter303** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 3:10 am

Aim for 7-9. That is when your muscles grow.

IronPatriot77 · Post by **IronPatriot77** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 3:45 am

Sleep is just as important as the workout.

MuscleYankee24 · Post by **MuscleYankee24** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 4:20 am

Growth hormone is released during deep sleep.

TitanStates91 · Post by **TitanStates91** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 4:50 am

Lack of sleep can also increase cortisol.

Herbertysnilm · Post by **Herbertysnilm** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 5:30 am

Okay, I will try to go to bed earlier.

GarageLifter303 · Post by **GarageLifter303** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 6:05 am

Consistent sleep times help too.

IronPatriot77 · Post by **IronPatriot77** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 6:40 am

No screens an hour before bed.

MuscleYankee24 · Post by **MuscleYankee24** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 7:15 am

Dark room and cool temperature.

TitanStates91 · Post by **TitanStates91** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 7:50 am

You will feel much stronger in the gym.