If you feel drained throughout the day, this trending sleep hack may be worth a shot.
Former Navy SEALJocko Willinktalked about his napping technique onThe Peter Attia Drivepodcast back in 2019.
And when he wakes up, he says during the episode: I feel like Superman.
I feel like I just slept for eight hours.
Take the best nap of your life, Vitello says in the video.
Others are trying out the nap trick, too.
TikTokerBilly Howell(164,800 followers) posted a similarvideoon May 18.
Overall, #8minutenap now has 9.3 million views and #navysealchallenge has 4.7 million views.
What Is the Navy Seal Power Nap?
It really is remarkable how even five minutes of sleep can give you so much energy, she adds.
Thats particularly true when you try it in the early afternoon, she adds.
Elevating your legs probably isnt going to impact your quality of sleep, Robbins says.
Theres no science behind that.
And the position may not be comfortable for everyone, Robbins adds.
Lying down, however, could make it easier to fall asleep, Dr. Veasey says.
The other caveat is that no nap is going to replace a good nights sleep.
Getting at least seven hours of good-quality sleep is the way to go, Veasey says.
TheSleep Foundationrecommends that adults get seven to nine hours of sleep each night.
Who Should Try the Navy SEAL Nap (and Who Should Avoid It)?
For most people, theres no harm in trying this power nap hack, Veasey says.
Napping is a tried-and-true way to feel more rested and boost energy, Robbins adds.
