The Chilipad by Sleepme Blog

Discover how sleep fuels athlete development by enhancing muscle recovery, boosting performance, and reducing injury risk. Learn proven strategies for integrating sleep into elite training programs and optimizing sports recovery through actionable sleep hygiene tools.

Your diet plays a role in your overall health, but did you know it can affect the quality of your sleep? We'll highlight 7 foods you should try to avoid or limit before improving your sleep. From spicy foods that can cause discomfort to caffeinated foods that keep you awake. Find out how making simple dietary changes can affect your overall sleep.

The 75 Hard Challenge isn’t just about physical fitness—it’s a full-blown mental toughness program. Learn about the daily rules, how it impacts your sleep, and why consistency is the real game-changer. From clean eating to structured workouts and reading habits, find out how this challenge pushes your limits—and your sleep quality—to new heights.

Your resting heart rate is more than just a number; it’s a real-time signal of how your body’s doing. Learn what resting heart rate means, why it’s a key marker for fitness and recovery, and how it can offer insight into your sleep quality. You’ll also get tips on how to track and improve your RHR with simple lifestyle changes and sleep-enhancing tools.

Teenagers are wired to need more sleep, but their routines, screen time, and school schedules often work against them. We'll highlight the science behind teen sleep needs, the risks of chronic sleep deprivation, and actionable tips to help teens build healthier habits.