That's Fit

As I write this post, I'm sipping on my third cup of coffee for the day. By the time I get to bed (much later tonight), I will have downed well over a pot of java. For many Americans, this is a common everyday occurrence. According to a new report from the Center for Disease Control, 70 percent of adults don't get enough sleep at night.

We should be striving to get at least seven hours of Z's, but a lot of times I feel lucky to get six. Around 50 million Americans are all lumped into the same boat though. Back in the 80's, this figure was significantly less.

What's the reason for this sleep deprivation? Lifestyle choices, work, and a myriad of other circumstances contribute to our restless nation. Coffee and energy drinks are peddled like water, and many people strive to put in as many hours as possible at the office. Will this trend continue, or perhaps get worse? It's hard to tell, but hopefully we can learn how to unplug and sleep in the not-too-distant future.