140: All Things Recovery and Protocols I Use

I break down the recovery protocols fueling my peak Ironman Arizona build—from sleep and nutrition to sauna, cold plunge, and red-light therapy. I share lessons, stress-balance tactics, and family moments that keep me grounded. Whether you’re training hard or seeking better daily recovery, this episode delivers practical tools to optimize performance and prevent injury.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview04:44 Training and Recovery Challenges08:53 Understanding Stress and Recovery21:41 Balancing the Nervous System28:41 Tracking Recovery Metrics32:23 Prioritizing Sleep for Optimal Recovery40:32 The Game-Changing Sleep Tool46:42 The Role of Nutrition in Recovery54:16 Sauna and Cold Plunge Benefits01:03:48 Exploring Red Light Therapy01:12:28 Compression Boots and Massage Guns01:15:19 The Importance of Physical TherapyORDER MY BOOK HERE:https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210FOLLOW:Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 20% off FOR LIFEhttps://bpn.team/memberIG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness