Elite athletes are particularly susceptible to sleep inadequacies, characterised by habitual
short sleep (< 7 hours/night) and poor sleep quality (eg, sleep fragmentation). Athletic …

Background Sleep loss may influence subsequent physical performance. Quantifying the
impact of sleep loss on physical performance is critical for individuals involved in athletic …

In elite soccer, players are frequently exposed to various situations and conditions that can
interfere with sleep, potentially leading to sleep deprivation. This article provides a …

Abstract Study Objectives: To investigate the effects of sleep extension over multiple weeks
on specific measures of athletic performance as well as reaction time, mood, and daytime …

Sleep deprivation and time of day are both known to influence performance. A growing body
of research has focused on how sleep and circadian rhythms impact athletic performance …

Background Whether you are a morning lark or a night owl has proven to be a key
contributor in the timing of peak athletic performance. Recent evidence suggests that …

Circadian rhythms, among other factors, have been shown to regulate key physiological
processes involved in athletic performance [1–7]. Personal best performance of athletes in …

Almost all physiological and biochemical processes within the human body follow a
circadian rhythm (CR). In humans, the suprachiasmatic nucleus regulates sleep-wake cycle …

Background/aim The purpose of this study was to develop a subjective, self-report, sleep-
screening questionnaire for elite athletes. This paper describes the development of the …

Diurnal variation of sports performance usually peaks in the late afternoon, coinciding with
increased body temperature. This circadian pattern of performance may be explained by the …