You know me – I’m always on the hunt for every little thing to give me a performance edge in running. Did you know that SLEEP is actually one of the BEST (and FREE) ways to improve your performance? And that your pillow actually can contribute to the quality of the sleep you get? Enter Lagoon X Pillow! (Use code NICOLED for 15% off)
Sleep Promotes Better Recovery In Endurance Athletes
You can only train as hard as you can recover. The reason why Elite athletes can run SO many miles is because they have all day and whole team to recover. Us mere mortal age group athletes are aspiring to our own goals while working, parenting and without daily massages, the number one most effective way for us to recover faster is to get more quality sleep.
The Lagoon pillow claims that you will get more quality, restorative sleep when using their pillow.
Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and sleep expert, suggests “For athletes, a consistent sleep schedule is especially important to keep the body in balance and promote better recovery from intense training.”
One of my favorite professional triathletes & world champions, Chrissie Wellington, once said, “Sleep is key to recovery and performance. I make sure to get at least 8 hours of sleep each night, and I prioritize my sleep schedule to ensure I get the most out of my training.”
Why I Tried the Lagoon Pillow
When Lagoon reached out to me to try their Lagoon Performance Pillow, I was excited for 2 reasons:
1) Because I’ve been mourning the loss of my favorite pillow that I left in a hotel outside of the grand canyon in 2016. (I don’t remember the brand and couldn’t ever figure out how to replace it)
2) Because of the aforementioned over achieving nerd in me is always looking for a performance edge.
I was further intrigued by the idea of taking a special sleep quiz to choose the EXACT right pillow for me. Further, the pillow comes with additional stuffing so you can stuff your pillow to the exact right density.
I know that the right pillow impacts sleep firsthand. When we were in Europe this summer, the pillows we used were hard and hot! My head actually HURT and I couldn’t fall asleep. I ended up finding another pillow in the house after a couple days and it helped a lot but I still missed my pillow at home.
According to Caitlin Keen, runner & Olympic trials qualifier, when she switched to Lagoon she improved her quality sleep (according to her Whoop band) improved by 52 minutes per night!!!! I’m all about the social proof so once I saw this, I was all in.
My Experience With the Otter Lagoon Pillow
I took my customized Lagoon sleep test and got the Otter pillow. I am a side and back sleeper and tend to sleep hot (I sleep with a tank top and shorts most nights even in winter).
The Otter has a unique cooling effect from its gel-infused CertiPUR-US shredded memory foam, which helps regulate your temperature throughout the night, all while providing comfortable support. If you tend to run hot, or if you suffer from aches & pains, this pillow will help you optimize your restful sleep.
I have been using the Lagoon pillow since October, which is around the time I started 50K training. I loved it from the first night. It is incredibly comfortable (and soft) and fits my head perfectly. I don’t wear a sleep tracker so I can’t say how specifically if its improved my sleep but I do feel like I have slept more deeply and soundly since using it.
I even went so far as to bring it with me to my half marathon race in November when I stayed at a hotel! And when I didn’t bring it with me to Catalina for my 50K I was regretting it. The night before the race was one of the worst nights of sleep EVER! (maybe not related, but I do remember really struggling to feel comfortable).
Why Does Lagoon Pillow Cost So Much?
I remember when one of my friends had a $200 pillow on her wedding registry. I remember because I thought “WHY IS IT SO MUCH?”
Well, turns out, quality costs.
Lagoon Pillows Cost $119 and are high quality.
Including:
- Sustainable – eco friendly, long lasting materials
- Machine washable (cover, liner AND fill)
- Ultra soft cover
- Hypoallergenic
- Breathable (allows air to flow freely so you don’t overheat)
- Fully adjustable (remove or add filling to fit your head perfectly)
Lagoon offers a 100 night risk-free trial and free returns if you don’t like your pillow.
Lagoon Pillow Discount Code 15% off CODE NICOLED
Use my discount to get 15% off your first Lagoon pillow! Use code NICOLED for 15% off your Lagoon Pillow.
Be sure to take the quiz to make sure you get the right pillow for YOU!
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