#30 - Sleep: The High Performer's Advantage

Sleep is probably THE most overlooked performance tool for busy professionals, parents, and active adults.The same traits that drive people to succeed can prevent them from winding down.In this episode, we break down the foundations of better sleep: total time, circadian rhythm, and quality.From there, we cover practical habits that actually fit real life.Morning routine to set your rhythmDaytime habits to regulate stressEvening tools to wind down like a proYou'll realize how powerful great sleep is once you sleep better!References:https://www.precisionnutrition.com/all-about-sleephttps://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/lack-sleep-middle-age-may-increase-dementia-riskhttps://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/chronic_disease.html#:~:text=Notably%2C%20insufficient%20sleep%20has%20been,disease%2C%20obesity%2C%20and%20depression.Huberman, A. (n.d.-a). Master Your Sleep & Be More Alert When Awake. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JIM6biMG5CQDsSMQFwG3OHuberman, A. (n.d.). Sleep Toolkit: Tools for Optimizing Sleep & Sleep-Wake Timing. https://open.spotify.com/episode/3TxjF2mZy9S9I9GL5eZ8sqLeproult R, Van Cauter E. Effect of 1 week of sleep restriction on testosterone levels in young healthy men. JAMA. 2011 Jun 1;305(21):2173-4. doi: 10.1001/jama.2011.710. PMID: 21632481; PMCID: PMC4445839.Milewski MD, Skaggs DL, Bishop GA, Pace JL, Ibrahim DA, Wren TA, Barzdukas A. Chronic lack of sleep is associated with increased sports injuries in adolescent athletes. J Pediatr Orthop. 2014 Mar;34(2):129-33. doi: 10.1097/BPO.0000000000000151. PMID: 25028798.Williamson AM, Feyer AM. Moderate sleep deprivation produces impairments in cognitive and motor performance equivalent to legally prescribed levels of alcohol intoxication. Occup Environ Med. 2000 Oct;57(10):649-55. doi: 10.1136/oem.57.10.649. PMID: 10984335; PMCID: PMC1739867.