Are you struggling to lose weight no matter how hard you try? The secret to achieving your weight loss goals might just be lying right next to you — SLEEP! Today, Christina is joined by Ramzia to discuss how your sleep can make or break your weight loss. They also share tips to optimize your sleep and explain how important it is for your fitness journey. They want you to go into 2024 with the intention to optimize your sleep to improve your life. In this episode, they discuss: Advice to prioritize sleep above everythingChristina’s struggle with sleep and how improving her sleep quality has changed her lifeThe impact sleep has on your overall physical and mental health but also on fitness and muscle growthThe importance of recovery in achieving successStudy that shows how sleep impacts weight lossHow napping can be helpful for muscle growthAdvice to not eating close to bedtime for improved digestion and sleep qualitySome tips to improve your sleepWhat do you do if you have low energy levels Memorable Quotes: “Prioritize sleep above everything else. It’s shocking how much of an impact it has on your physical and mental health. Make it a non-negotiable part of your routine.” “Weight loss is not just about the number on the scale. It’s about losing fat, not muscle. Sleep plays a crucial role in this. Don’t sacrifice your sleep for the sake of hustle culture.” Links Mentioned:  Christina's Instagram: @knifina  Ramzia's Instagram: @fitwramzia Christina's TikTok: @knifina Coaching Application: https://cutandconquer.typeform.com/CQA-application  Free FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.