Think that everyone needs eight hours' kip? Think again – research suggests that runners and other endurance athletes may need a little bit more time in bed than everyone else.

Think that everyone needs eight hours' kip? Think again u2013 research suggests that runners and other endurance athletes may need a little bit more time in bed than everyone else.

u201cHow much sleep do I need?u201d Runners need over 8 hours sleep

“How much sleep do I need?” Runners need over 8 hours sleep

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Sleeping 30% more can boost your performance and mood

But what if you don’t have more time to spend snoozing?

A study suggests sleeping longer improves our endurance

“How much sleep do I need?” Scientists say we need this much extra sleep to run faster