Are Naps Good for You

Who doesn’t love a good nap? Sometimes the day gets a bit too tiring and there’s nothing more you’d like to do than curl up in a ball and nod off. Naps are a great way to recharge, rejuvenate and refresh yourself for the rest of the day. Here are some of the other wonderful benefits of napping.

Energise Yourself

Sometimes you’re feeling low on energy and caffeine just isn’t cutting it. This might lead you to take a nap which is a great idea! Studies show that taking a power nap can boost your energy and cognitive abilities. When you take a short 10–15-minute nap, you may find that you have increased alertness and higher energy levels.

What’s more, napping can improve your overall mood. Low energy levels usually result in low moods. So, when your energy increases after a short nap, your mood will also elevate!

Improve Your Memory

Studies have shown that sleeping, (and napping) has a crucial function in memory storage.  Napping helps activate the hippo campus which aids your motor skills and your ability to recall events. So, you may want to take a quick nap before that all-important exam.

How Long Should You Nap

Many people fear that napping for too long causes laziness, sleep inertia, and disrupts night-time sleep Unfortunately, this might be the case if you take long naps. Studies have shown that napping for too long causes sleep inertia and even sleep disorder so you must nap responsibly!

In order to truly enjoy the benefits of a nap, you should aim to sleep for around 10-20 minutes. You will allow your body to enter the first stage of the sleep cycle which is the perfect amount of sleep to relax and recharge your body. Napping any longer than this might make you feel groggy and fatigued when you wake up- the opposite of what you want!

To Conclude

There you have it: naps are good for you and a little afternoon nap never hurt anyone. It’s a great and natural way to energise yourself. So, let your eyes droop and your head sink into the pillow. Just make sure you don’t get carried away and give yourself sleep inertia!