Sleep is a fascinating and complex topic that has so much inter-individual variability, yet has tremendous impact on life, stress, physiological, and psychological outcomes. It's one of the most important biological states of human and animal existence, yet it’s simply one of those things we all take for granted. Sleep is paramount to both mental and physical performance. Whether you want to get stronger, bigger, or have better body composition, you must get sleep. This episode examines the science of sleep and performance and extends this science by focusing on practical recommendations for all able-bodied and athletic populations.

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