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High-performance training takes its toll on competitive runners, especially those in high school.

So it’s no wonder teenage runners regularly complain about being tired, especially if you mix in the rigors of classes, homework, jobs and any attempts at a social life.

Sleep is often neglected in the daily chaos.

Here is a look at why high-school runners need to go to bed and recharge.

https://www.nfhs.org/articles/sleep-an-underrated-player-in-athletic-performance/

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/do-student-athletes-need-extra-sleep

https://www.gssiweb.org/sports-science-exchange/article/sse-167-sleep-and-athletes

https://www.runnersworld.com/health-injuries/g20865801/how-much-sleep-do-you-need/

https://www.runnersworld.com/health-injuries/a20851850/how-to-get-better-sleep-as-a-runner/

https://www.active.com/running/articles/how-much-sleep-do-runners-need

https://www.runtothefinish.com/how-to-sleep-better/

https://blog.mapmyrun.com/why-sleep-is-critical-for-runners/

https://www.podiumrunner.com/training/better-sleeping-for-better-running/

https://www.runnerstribe.com/expert-advice/the-importance-of-sleep-to-optimize-your-running-training/

https://www.runnersblueprint.com/how-much-sleep-do-runners-need/

https://www.womensrunning.com/health/the-importance-of-sleep-for-runners/

https://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/2015/10/20/how-better-sleep-can-improve-your-running-performance