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Prevalence of Sleep Inadequacy Among Badminton Players: A Systematic Review
Saranrat Manunyanon1, Kanapot Pengked2, Yuttachai Hareebin3
1Center for Cultural and Sports Promotion, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, THA.
Cureus
|August 8, 2025
Summary
Poor sleep affects badminton players, with 28-36% experiencing inadequate sleep. High training volume and academic stress are key factors impacting athlete sleep quality and performance.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Sleep Science
- Athletic Performance
Background:
- Sleep quality is vital for athletic performance and recovery.
- Limited research exists on sleep among badminton players.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of inadequate sleep in badminton athletes.
- To identify factors associated with poor sleep in this population.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of literature from MEDLINE, Scopus, and DOAJ databases.
- Inclusion of studies assessing sleep health in badminton athletes using validated tools.
- Analysis of data from two studies involving 165 players.
Main Results:
- Prevalence of poor sleep health ranged from 28% to 36%.
- Factors associated with poor sleep included high weekly training volumes, delayed sleep onset, and academic stress.
- No significant association found between prior injuries, rest days, training frequency, and sleep quality.
Conclusions:
- Physical and psychological demands negatively impact sleep in badminton players.
- Addressing sleep health is crucial for athlete well-being and performance.
- Further research with larger samples and standardized methods is needed.
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