Cat Naps
The Importance of Taking Naps
How long should you be napping?
- Napping for 20 minutes keeps you in the lighter stages of sleep so you are less likely to feel groggy upon waking.
- Napping for 90 minutes allows you to complete a full sleep cycle that goes through all the stages of sleep.
- Tip: Set a timer for 30 minutes (10 minutes to fall asleep and 20 minutes for your nap).
- Researchers recommend napping before 2 p.m. so your nap has less impact on nighttime sleep.
Benefits of napping
- Napping is restorative and reduces fatigue during the day.
- Counteracts daytime drowsiness from insufficient sleep the night before.
- Boosts workplace performance.
- Improves cognitive functions such as memory, logical reasoning, and the ability to complete complex tasks.
- Improves physial performance.
Cat Naps On-Campus
Honors Hammock Haven
Bring your own hammock or use one provided. Located on the 2nd floor of Lampasas.
Hidden Hammocks
In the Pleasant Street Garden between the Hines and Agriculture buildings.
