03/11/2025
Power naps (Siesta) are short naps taken during the daytime, usually between 10 to 20 minutes which helps in boosting alertness and re-energizing the body. They are not a replacement for a full night’s sleep, but rather a quick reset after morning or midday work.
A power nap works best when:
*You have already completed a proper night’s sleep (7–9 hours)
*You nap in the early afternoon
*You keep it short (not longer than 20–30 minutes), to avoid deep-sleep grogginess
It is recommended to keep at least a 6–8 hour gap between your power nap and your main night sleep, so it doesn’t disturb your natural sleep cycle.