With most average working Americans only getting 6 hours or so of sleep a night, naps are more important than ever. Napping allows you to recharge your batteries, and wake up with a renewed body and mind. But how do most Americans squeeze in time for a nap? If we had more time to sleep, we’d probably be doing it at night, right?
Well, you can find time for a nap, even if it’s just a quick power nap. Just snoozing for 20 to 30 minutes can work wonders for a stressed out, tired old body. Napping for two long just makes it harder for you to wake up, but power napping, when done correctly, can allow you to reach deep sleep and REM stages. Experiment with nap times, and the length of your naps to find what works best for you. You may find that you rest better directly after lunch, or 2pm may work better for you. If you’re napping at work, make sure you’re off the clock, or on a lunch break!
After a few weeks of power napping, you’ll feel better, you’ll have more energy, and your productivity in the afternoon will go through the roof. You’ll probably find that you wake up easier in the morning also, and that you don’t need caffeine to make it through the day.
April 10th, 2007 at 10:05 pm
So now is an acceptable time to admit that I power nap sometimes on my lunch hour? Drive to the local park, set my cell phone alarm for 30 minutes and lay down in the van [well - now the truck! but I haven’t done that yet].
April 15th, 2007 at 9:47 am
Interesting, indeed! I sleep less than 6 hours a night honestly, it’s a bad habit but I’m still young. Power napping sounds boring! Just kidding
– Scot