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The Physical Performance Show

349: Expert Edition: Assoc Prof Dr Shona Halson (REWIRED): Athletic Recovery Essentials

Nov 10, 2022
Dr Shona Halson, Senior Exercise Physiologist and Researcher, discusses the importance of recovery for optimal performance including sleep's impact on physical and mental restoration and its connection to overall health. She emphasizes the need to prioritize proper recovery practices over quick fixes, shares practical examples of recovery implementation in athletics, and explores the significance of self-awareness and subjective data in gauging recovery status.
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  • Periodized recovery is gaining traction for optimizing athletic performance by implementing different recovery strategies at various stages of training.
  • Psychological stress can negatively impact sleep quality and recovery, emphasizing the importance of managing stress levels and listening to the body's signals.

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The Importance of Recovery for Athletes

Recovery is crucial for athletes to restore themselves physically and psychologically in order to train and compete at their best. Periodized recovery, in which different recovery strategies are implemented at various stages of training, is gaining traction as a way to optimize performance. It is important not to neglect recovery and prioritize sleep and nutrition, especially for recreational and competitive athletes.

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