A study from the University of Texas at Austin suggests that getting more exercise each day could lead to more deep sleep. The researchers found that people who exercised more frequently tended to have more of the restorative sleep stage that supports brain function.
The findings point to a relatively small amount of activity being enough. According to the study, just 10 minutes of daily exercise may be associated with deeper sleep. This could make sleep benefits more accessible for people who find longer workouts hard to fit in.
Deep sleep is important for brain recovery, memory consolidation, and emotional well-being. The study adds to evidence that even modest physical activity can have meaningful health effects.