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Peak Performance

Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success
Book • 2017
Peak Performance uncovers the common principles that drive success in different domains, from athletics to intellectual and artistic pursuits.

The book combines stories of top performers with scientific insights into cognitive and neurochemical factors that enhance performance.

It teaches readers how to optimize their performance by alternating between intense work and rest, priming the body and mind for productivity, and developing a self-transcending purpose.

The authors provide practical advice on managing stress, prioritizing rest and sleep, and setting meaningful goals to avoid burnout and achieve peak performance.

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Mentioned in 29 episodes

Mentioned by Jeff as a source of practical advice on self-improvement.
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Ep. 276: Lazy or Disorganized?
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Brad Stulberg
as his first book, published before his experience with OCD.
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Master of Change: Brad Stulberg On Rugged Flexibility & The Neuroscience Of Expectations
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Brad Stulberg
, discussing how their book helped popularize the importance of rest for performance.
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How to Take Better Breaks: Mastering Rest & Recovery
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Brad Stulberg
when discussing Hans Selye's research on stress.
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The Art of Doing Hard Things: Meaningful Challenge vs. Useless Suffering
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Ryan Holiday
as a great book written with Steve Magnus, who was recently on the podcast.
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Brad Stulberg On Mastering Change With Science And Stoicism
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Ryan Holiday
as a book co-written with Brad Stolberg.
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Steve Magness on Winning The Inside Game
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Derek Thompson
as ideal guides in the hype-filled world of biomarkers, biohacks, and fitness.
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Myth-Busting Wellness Hacks: Cold Plunges, Coffee, Alcohol, and Fitness Trackers
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Cal Newport
to understand rest and recovery in demanding cognitive work.
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Ep. 60: Habit Tune-Up: Getting Things Done on Distracting Days
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Brian Cain
as must-reads and top impactful books.
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Living a Grounded Life - Brad Stulberg - The Practice of Groundedness
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Ryan Holiday
; signed copies available at The Painted Porch.
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Raising Young Athletes Right | Steve Magness and Ryan Holiday
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Brad Stulberg
as a book he co-authored with
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Steve Magness
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096 - "Go See God" Workouts and How to Stop Procrastinating
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Rich Roll
as the author of 'Peak Performance' and 'The Passion Paradox'.
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Brad Stulberg: Ditch The Hedonic Treadmill For Sustainable Success
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Cal Newport
as a bestselling writer focusing on human performance, known for his books 'Peak Performance' and 'The Passion Paradox'.
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Ep. 47: BRAD STULBERG on Burn Out, Career Transformation, and Intentional Living
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Brad Stulberg
, referencing research covered in it related to blue light and its impact on performance.
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Restless Exhaustion: What to Do When You Just Can't Turn Off
Mentioned by Jeff as a book full of practical advice on improving learning and skills.
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Ep. 172: CALLS: The Books I Read in January 2022
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Brad Stulberg
when discussing his book.
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Ep. 102: BRAD STULBERG: How Do We Work Less?
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Michael Liberzon
as an author whose philosophy aligns with his own, emphasizing focus on controllable aspects and avoiding minor issues.
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Information, decision making, training and technology | EP#452
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Scott Barry Kaufman
as one of
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Brad Stulberg
's best-selling books.
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Brad Stulberg || Finding Groundedness
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Rich Roll
as a science-based primer on high performance.
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The Paradox of Passion With Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness

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