Calculate the ideal times to wake up or go to sleep based on your sleep cycles. Each sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, and you typically need 4-6 cycles per night.
A typical sleep cycle lasts about 90 minutes, during which your body moves through different stages of sleep:
For optimal rest, aim to complete 5-6 sleep cycles (7.5-9 hours). Waking up at the end of a cycle helps you feel more refreshed.