What is the recommended nightly sleep duration for teenagers who participate in regular physical education?

• A. 6-7 hours
• B. 4-6 hours
• C. 8-10 hours
• D. 10-12 hours

Answer: (C)

Teens who are active in physical education recover best and perform best when they sleep about eight to ten hours each night. This amount supports growth and hormonal changes that occur during sleep, restores energy stores, and helps with muscle repair after workouts. It also sharpens attention, mood, and decision-making, all of which influence how well someone can train, learn new skills, and stay injury-free.

Six to seven hours is usually not enough to meet the demands of adolescent bodies and active training, which can lead to fatigue, poorer performance, and higher injury risk. Four to six hours is clearly insufficient and harmful for growth, health, and performance. Ten to twelve hours may be more than most teens need on a regular basis; while some individuals might occasionally need extra sleep, the typical guideline for adolescents is eight to ten hours to balance recovery with daily responsibilities.