Everyone says, “Go beast mode every day.”
But the king of the jungle knows better.
Lions rest up to 20 hours a day.
You think they feel guilty about it?
Nope.
They know recovery is a non-negotiable part of the process.
In fact, that lion gave me the Top 5 Small Sleep‑Hygiene Efforts That Deliver Big Life Benefits.
A 2025 study on college soccer players showed that fine‑tuning a few simple habits lead to better sleep quality, less time to fall asleep, and hours spent asleep.
The kicker?
Those improvements in sleep lead to their sprint distances soaring without extra effort—they covered 15 % more ground at the same perceived effort.
Here’s that list you’ve been waiting for:
5️⃣ Swap your bedside bulb for a low‑wattage glow—signals your brain that it’s sunset.
4️⃣ Dial bedroom temperature to a crisp 66‑67 °F; a cooler core triggers faster knock‑out.
3️⃣ Power down screens 30 min before lights‑out or flip to night‑shift—blue light steals melatonin.
2️⃣ Skip caffeine after 5 PM; your evening latte lingers longer than a midfield rival.
1️⃣ Slide into a warm shower. This will to lower your core body temperature, which is a natural signal for sleep.
Small tweaks, big wins: master sleep and you’ll sprint through work, workouts and weekends alike.
Because your goals deserve the same upgrade, let’s build your sleep game together—DM “SLEEP” for the full 10‑point checklist.