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A Body at Rest: The Importance of Sleep


If you’re like me, you reach the end of your day and still have things you want to do before going to bed. I used to stay up until 12 or 1 a.m. every night and then had to drag myself out of bed the next morning at the  last possible minute. I probably averaged 6 hours of sleep a night back then.

Then I read an article that explained that adequate sleep — which is 7-9 hours per night — is not only vital for optimal productivity, it also plays a critical role in preventing disease. In fact, research shows that insufficient sleep (less than 7 hours per night) contributes to a greater risk of depression and anxiety, increased risk of heart disease and cancer, impaired memory, reduced immune system functioning, weight gain and a greater likelihood of accidents. Who knew?

Most surprising of all was the fact that ...


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Meet the Author - Leanne Bateman

Leanne BatemanLeanne Bateman is the Founder and Director of Running For Our Lives, an organization of men and women who participate in athletic events that raise awareness for life-threatening illnesses. After many years of experiencing firsthand the link between what you do, what you eat, and how you feel as a result, Leanne maintains an active and healthy lifestyle while encouraging others to do the same. She completes various events each year, including 5ks, 10ks, half-marathons, century bike rides and triathlons. Visit Running For Our Lives to learn more. Leanne can be contacted at LBateman@RunningForOurLives.org.

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