You know how we feel about naps around here. Next time you lie down, try putting on some classical music.Today, I shared some time with a former NFL player. He played 10 years in the league and led his team in receptions on more than one occasion. He told me that he believed naps gave him a competitive edge. Every day of practice, he explained to me, he’d nap for several … [Read more…]

We’ve been discussing naps frequently around here. I’m fascinated by the idea of improving cognitive function, boosting hormone production and generally becoming more effective in life by simply taking a break and napping.Today, I’m curious about how to optimize for good sleep. More specifically, I’m mining for what sort of surface is ideal for the most Zs. We can’t always … [Read more…]

Early last year, I mused on the benefit of a morning nap. While that still holds true, napping in the afternoon may be the difference between winning a race and coming in second.For many people, as midafternoon sets in, so does the drowsiness. We push through, chasing more productivity goals at the workplace, but perhaps your body is onto something. It certainly isn’t … [Read more…]

This morning, I sat at my kitchen table exhausted from working late last night and waking up at the crack of dawn to get my young men off to school. My workout loomed large. I scheduled a tough one with a spotter, so I knew I’d be pushing myself exceptionally hard. I didn’t look forward to trading in my robe for getting dressed; my cozy bed was just yards away.In that … [Read more…]