Research also shows morning or afternoon exercise can shift your sleep schedule earlier, a useful trick for night owls trying to sleep sooner.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
22 July 2026
One study found that while two-thirds of the general population claim to be night owls, their chances of success are much slimmer than those of morning people.
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