MindStrong #30 - Nick Littlehales | Improving your Relationship with Sleep and Recovery
Jun 9, 2020
Nick Littlehales, world leader in sleep and recovery for athletes, talks about his work with teams like Manchester United and Arsenal, the R90 technique for better sleep, understanding chronotypes and sleep cycles, and incorporating rest and recovery in sports. The podcast also discusses the impact of sleep on player performance, the importance of recovery and flexible working, optimizing sleep habits, and improving sleep for optimal performance.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Impact of Sleep on Player Performance
03:24 • 27min
The Importance of Recovery in Sports
29:57 • 5min
Understanding Chronotypes and Performance
34:58 • 13min
Changing Attitudes towards Flexible Working and the Importance of Sleep
48:11 • 3min
Polyphasic Sleep and the R90 Approach
50:54 • 28min
The Importance of Physical Recovery in a Cycling Peloton
01:19:22 • 24min
Optimizing Sleep Habits and the Limitations of Sleep Trackers
01:43:12 • 2min
Understanding and Improving Sleep and Recovery
01:44:53 • 5min
Improving Sleep and Recovery for Optimal Performance
01:49:44 • 4min