5 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Whoop Recovery Score

5 Ways to Instantly Improve Your Whoop Recovery Score

Unlock deeper recovery and higher performance with smarter sleep.

Whether you're chasing a new Hyrox PB or just trying to feel more human after leg day, your WHOOP sleep score tells the story. But improving that score isn’t about sleeping longer—it's about sleeping smarter. Here's how to boost your sleep score and recovery like an elite athlete.

1. Prioritise Sleep Consistency

Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day (yes, even weekends) helps regulate your circadian rhythm and dramatically improves sleep quality. WHOOP rewards this with better Sleep Performance scores.

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2. Dial in Your Sleep Environment

Cool, dark, and quiet is the holy trinity of great sleep. Think blackout curtains, a noise machine, and room temps around 18°C. WHOOP detects disturbances—eliminate them.

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3. Cut the Stimulants by 2pm

WHOOP tracks disturbances during slow-wave and REM sleep—both are wrecked by caffeine. Keep your last coffee at least 8 hours before bed, and watch your recovery soar.

4. Start a Wind-Down Routine

Your body won’t switch off like a MacBook. Set a wind-down trigger - tea, journaling, sleep supplement - 30–60 minutes before bed to help transition smoothly into sleep mode.

5. Hydrate Smarter

Dehydration spikes your resting heart rate and lowers HRV—two key WHOOP metrics. Use sugar-free electrolytes in the evening to support overnight hydration without late-night bathroom runs.