Dr. Allison Brager joins Sean and Nathan on The Cult of Recreationalism! Dr./Major Brager is a neurobiologist and sleep expert, and she discusses her work in supporting special operations and the importance of sleep and circadian rhythms. They talk about sleep timing and recovery, the myth of catching up on sleep, human performance, consistent sleep patterns, and everything else you want to know about. They talk about Allison's background to get to where she is today which involves D1 athletics, the CrossFit Games, and of course, the military.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:27 The Role of Sleep in Special Operations

07:28 The Science Behind Sleep and Recovery

07:35 The Impact of Sleep on Athletic and Cognitive Performance

09:10 Immunohistochemistry and Animal Models

11:19 Dr. Breger's Journey into Sleep Research

14:01 The Evolution of Sleep and Recovery

14:58 Debunking Sleep Myths

18:08 The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Performance and Teamwork

20:31 The Importance of Sleep Timing for Recovery

22:36 Consistent Sleep Timing as We Age

22:59 Tips for Improving Sleep Quality and Falling Asleep Faster

25:55 Managing Jet Lag: Staying Awake Until Bedtime

29:37 The Importance of Consistency in Sleep Patterns

32:56 From Pole Vaulting to Neuroscience: Allison's Journey

40:15 Finding Relaxation in Vinyl Records

43:08 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

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