EP34: The Science of Stress and Sleep for Optimal Performance

If you are interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1fipp18*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx   In this week's episode, Haylie Pomroy is joined by Dr. Jamie Tartar and Julius Thomas to discuss the science of optimal performance, focusing on sleep, stress, and the biology of stress. They explain how these factors affect the body and mind, emphasizing the importance of sleep for both disease prevention and high performance. They also share insights on managing stress and the power of mindset in achieving healthy well-being. Dr. Jaime Tartar is the Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University. Julius Thomas is the Founder of Optimal Performance and a former NFL athlete. Don't miss out on this episode as Haylie, Dr. Tartar, and Julius share practical advice, research findings, and personal experiences to help you enhance your health and achieve peak performance.   Sign up for the COVID-UPP Study: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RMEDJ7LKCX&_gl=1*1h830h7*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy Donate to ME/CFS Research: https://givecampus.com/b3yrwb Learn more about INIM's Research Studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html   Dr. Jaime Tartar is the chair of the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University (NSU). She co-created the university's neuroscience program and has served as its director since 2015. Dr. Tartar holds a B.S. from NSU, an M.A. from Florida Atlantic University, and a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of Florida. Her postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School focused on sleep neurobiology. She is also the president of the Society for NeuroSports, which bridges exercise science and neuroscience.    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-tartar-1545889/   Julius Thomas is a former NFL player who transitioned to a career in psychology. He is currently a pre-doctoral psychology student focusing on mental health and wellness. Thomas's interest in psychology was sparked by his experiences as a professional athlete, leading him to explore the psychological aspects of athlete performance and mental health. He is involved in research and internships to deepen his understanding of psychological practices. Additionally, Julius is a member of the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues, particularly within the sports community.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-thomas-m-s-95aaa9182/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julius_thomas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Julius_Thomas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JuliusThomas80 —--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   Sign up today for our newsletter. https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d   This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here.    Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM   #Sleep #SleepHealth #OptimalPerformance #SleepScience #Stress #StressManagement #Neuroscience #DiseasePrevention #CognitiveHealth #PositiveMindset #AthleteHealth