Sleep Smarter, Perform Harder: Mike Interviews Sleep Specialist Andrew McGinn

Andrew McGinn is a Sleep Coach at Sleep and Brain, a clinic specializing in personalized sleep and brain health solutions for children and adults. He is a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) certified by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists. As a leading expert in the Open Source CPAP Analysis Reporter (OSCAR), Andrew supports thousands of individuals in optimizing their PAP therapy using data-driven strategies to improve sleep and quality of life. In this episode… Most people think poor sleep is just a sign of stress or aging, but what if it's a hidden health issue affecting everything from your energy to your mood and long-term performance? Sleep is the foundation of recovery, focus, and longevity, yet it's often misunderstood and overlooked. What causes broken sleep, and how can you take control when traditional medical advice falls short? According to sleep coach and technologist Andrew McGinn, rest begins with understanding what's happening inside your body each night. Sleep quality is shaped by airway health, breathing patterns, and even how your skeletal structure developed as a child. Andrew advises getting a detailed sleep study, tracking oxygen and heart-rate data, and using these insights to guide personalized interventions — from adjusting CPAP settings to improving nasal breathing and sleep environment. The key is blending data, awareness, and small behavioral changes to restore deep, consistent rest. Tune in to this episode of FuDog.TV as Mike Agugliaro talks with Andrew McGinn, Sleep Coach at Sleep and Brain, about practical ways to detect and correct hidden sleep problems. Andrew discusses the root causes of sleep apnea and oxygen drops, how to interpret sleep tracking data, and when to consider advanced solutions like surgery or oral devices.