The Physical Performance Show: Dr David Cunnington (REWIRED) – Optimising Sleep for Health & Performance

In episode 351 of The Physical Performance Show Brad Beer shares a rewired conversation with Dr David Cunnington, ‘Optimising Sleep for Health & Performance’ in this Expert Edition.

In this episode Dr David Cannington, Sleep Specialist, Medical Doctor and co-Director of the Melbourne Sleep Disorders Centre debunks the concept of ‘rise and grind’ and explains why replacing it with ‘sleep in and win’ is a better approach.

Dr Cannington disregards the idea that there’s such a thing as sleep hygiene, talks through restless leg syndrome, discusses the causes of insomnia and provides evidence-based information around how we can optimise our sleep.

To listen to Episode 351:

Click the icon to listen to the interview on iTunes or listen using the Soundcloud player below

Listen in as we delve into the following:

• Dr David Cunnington’s typical week and bio
• Approach to solving sleep problems
• What happens in sleep cycle
• Sleep Deprivation – categories and effects
• Habits to make sleep easier
• Role of Temperature and Lighting in your space
• Causes of Insomnia
• Restless Leg Syndrome
• Suggestions for getting up in the morning
• Tips on sleep when travelling
• Caffeine and Alcohol Effects
• Screen Use – how can it affect sleep
• Effectiveness of Melatonin and measurables
• Role of sleep in bone density

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Website: Dr. David Cunnington
Website: SleepHub
Podcast: SleepTalk

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