THE RUNNING EFFECT PODCAST What Elite Performers Get Right: Sports Scientist Kristen Holmes on Sleep, Recovery, and the Psychology of Greatness
Oct 15, 2025
Dr. Kristen Holmes, a sports scientist and former national-level athlete, shares her insights on the science of performance. She discusses the crucial role of sleep and recovery, emphasizing that sleep debt can severely impact cognitive function and safety. Kristen explores how lifestyle choices and circadian alignment can prevent chronic diseases, particularly for female athletes. Additionally, she highlights the importance of community and identity in driving personal change, while advocating for curiosity as a means to foster continuous growth.
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Women Guests Center On Impact
- Many high-performing women guests on her podcast focus on empowerment and authentic impact.
- Kristen notices a shared drive for introspection and using experience to help others grow.
Change By Defining Your Aspirational Self
- Behavior change often stalls because people don't know the clear 'why' or what life will look like after change.
- Define your aspirational self and pick low-barrier behaviors that align with it to build integrity and confidence.
Make Curiosity Your Growth Engine
- Stay curious and practice mindful noticing to enable regular reinvention and growth.
- Use curiosity as a daily habit to absorb lessons from conversations and environments.
