In Your Skin Kristen Holmes: "Not Getting Enough Sleep? You Will Die Faster - The Key to Better Sleep Isn’t Just What You Do At Night."
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Mar 4, 2025 
Kristen Holmes, Global Head of Human Performance at WHOOP, dives into the critical connection between sleep and overall health. She reveals how sleep debt can shorten your lifespan and why night owls face greater metabolic risks. Kristen shares insights on circadian rhythms, the impact of light on sleep cycles, and how women are disproportionately affected by sleep deprivation. With practical tips for optimizing sleep quality and energy, this discussion is a must-listen for anyone looking to align their lifestyle with their body's natural rhythms.
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Circadian Rhythms
- Circadian rhythms are 24-hour oscillations entrained by environmental inputs, like light.
- These rhythms, set by a master clock in the brain, signal every cell in the body.
Light Exposure
- Align your lifestyle with the natural light-dark cycle to improve sleep and overall health.
- Avoid bright lights at night and seek light in the morning.
Sleep Consistency
- Sleep consistency, or regularity, is a stronger predictor of mortality than sleep duration.
- Maintaining a regular sleep schedule is crucial for circadian alignment and overall health.