How does sleep impact my weight and health?
Ask a Coach: How does sleep impact my weight and health?
Sleep may not be one of the top things that people think about whenit comes to weight loss. However, poor sleep can derail weight loss—or even lead to weight gain. It can also impact health in other ways.
Sleep helps our bodies keep hunger hormones in check. Without enough sleep, we may feel like we need more food to stay energizedthroughoutthe day. This can start a cycle of overeating and under sleeping that can be hard to break.
On the other hand, getting sleep keeps your hormones in balance. This helps you think more clearly. It helps your muscles recover when you work out so you can get stronger. Sleep also helps you better handle stress and challenges in your life. Ifyou’reinterested in finding ways to improve sleep, check out this resource.
-Expert Coach Sara R.
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