Taking Your Sleep to the Next Level with Dr. Allison Brager

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Oct 4, 2023

Dr. Allison Brager, neurobiologist and Deputy Chief Science Officer for the U.S. Army, joins WHOOP VP of Performance Science to discuss misconceptions about sleep trends, ideal sleeping conditions, the relationship between light and melatonin, manipulating circadian rhythms, sleep consistency, circadian rhythms and the metabolic system, behaviors that disrupt sleep onset, and the impact of naps on sleep patterns.

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ADVICE

Ideal Sleep Conditions

Create ideal sleep conditions: cool, dark, and quiet.
Consider ditching mouth tape, especially if you're prone to sleep apnea.

INSIGHT

Mouth Taping and Micro-Sleeping

Mouth taping can improve restorative sleep for some, possibly by encouraging diaphragmatic breathing.
Micro-sleeping (short sleep bouts throughout the day) can drastically reduce growth hormone and testosterone.

ADVICE

Pre-Sleep Routine and Temperature

Minimize anxiety before bed, as it can disrupt sleep.
Aim for a bedroom temperature between 66-68 degrees Fahrenheit.

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