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Sleep Cycle Hacking

Meaning

Sleep cycle hacking is the intentional, data-driven application of environmental, behavioral, and supplemental interventions to optimize the structure and efficiency of the nocturnal sleep stages, including NREM and REM sleep. This practice aims to maximize the duration and quality of the restorative phases, particularly deep sleep, to enhance physical recovery, cognitive function, and the nocturnal release of critical anabolic hormones. It involves precise tracking and modification based on individual sleep architecture. This is a proactive approach to leveraging sleep for systemic health.