The Claim

Napping is associated with reduced fatigue and sleepiness and improved physical and cognitive performance in athletes, and may serve as a practical supplementary strategy to nighttime sleep.

Source: Exploring the physiological mechanisms of sleep’s influence on athletic performance and recovery: a narrative review

What the research says

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Correlation
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In plain English

Taking naps can help athletes feel less tired and more alert, and might boost both their physical and mental performance—making it a handy way to make up for lost sleep at night.

See the scientific wording

Napping is associated with reduced fatigue and sleepiness and improved physical and cognitive performance in athletes, making it a practical strategy to supplement nighttime sleep.

What the research says

1 study

  1. Study: Exploring the physiological mechanisms of sleep’s influence on athletic performance and recovery: a narrative review

    The study says that napping helps athletes feel less tired and perform better, both physically and mentally, which is exactly what the claim says.

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