What should be the percentage for Quality Sleep?

[TZiady]

Hello:

   My sleep patterns are horrible. So, when I recently got this new Sense watch; I have been trying to get better sleep. Finally, getting around to being able to wear the watch during the evening (never wore a watch in my life till now and have difficultly wearing it constantly esp. while sleeping). Last evening I slept for 5 hr 7 min. 

With the following info:

• 21min Awake
• 18min REM
• 65% 3hr 34min Light
• 22% 1hr 15min Deep

Besides the measly amount of time that I was able to sleep; my general question is what should be the percentages for quality sleep. I.E.

1. should I have 50% plus Deep?
2. How much REM?
3. How about Light?
4. Ect?

Are there any general rules of percentages? 

Thanks

T 

Moderator edit: subject for clarity

[JohnnyRow · Accepted solution]

Not sure if this is just Premium, but on phone app under Sleep, tap the 'Deep and REM Tile'.  There is a Benchmark tab showing typical ranges for you age and sex in each sleep type.

I don't think anyone gets 50% deep sleep; not me for sure.

[TZiady]

Cool. that is awesome to know. I guess I am actually doing pretty well. Percentage wise anyway. Now to just get in more hours. LOL 😛 

Thanks,
T

[JohnnyRow]

You might try one of the Guided Programs for sleep; on phone app, tap 'Discover' at bottom, then 'Guided Programs'.  I think there are a couple at least about sleep habits or getting more sleep.

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello @TZiady. Nice to see you around. 

Thank you for the detailed information and for considering the Fitbit Sense. I was able to see that the response from @JohnnyRow, helped to resolve your inquiries.

So, at this time, I'd just like to share that the benchmark is based on published data and shows how your sleep stage estimates from the previous night compare to the averages of others who are the same age range and sex (source). In the graph, the typical range for each sleep stage is shown as the shaded area between the two horizontal lines. Keep in mind sleep cycles vary naturally, and you’ll likely see your sleep data fall outside the typical ranges at times. Another way to analyze your sleep stages is to compare your data from last night to your own 30 day average (under the 30 Day Avg tab), as your sleep patterns may vary over time.

For more information, I recommend reviewing this link: What should I know about Fitbit sleep stages?

Hope this helps.