Wellness glossary
Sleep & Recovery
Sleep is the body's deepest recovery phase: overnight, muscles repair, hormones rebalance and energy is restored. For anyone who moves regularly, sleeping well is part of training itself — as much as the session.
In practice
Aim for a consistent bedtime, a cool dark room and a screen-free wind-down. Overnight recovery sets up the next day's performance.
Frequently asked questions
Yes — most muscle repair and hormonal rebalancing happen during deep sleep.
Most active adults need 7–9.
Related: recovery · movement · breathwork. See the 6 pillars of wellness.