Sleep, Nutrition, and Mental Health for Athletes Ep 144

Are you exhausted, anxious, wired at night, or struggling to recover from training? Sleep and mental health are deeply connected to athletic performance—and many endurance athletes are not getting enough recovery. In this episode of the Find Your Edge podcast, Coach Chris Newport sits down with dietetic intern Emily Qiu to discuss the connection between sleep, nutrition, recovery, anxiety, depression, inflammation, and athlete performance. We cover: ✔ why endurance athletes may need 8–10 hours of sleep ✔ how poor sleep affects cortisol, inflammation, and recovery ✔ the connection between sleep and athlete mental health ✔ nutrition strategies that support sleep and mood ✔ magnesium, melatonin, omega-3s, B vitamins, and gut health ✔ caffeine timing and alcohol’s effect on sleep ✔ Mediterranean-style eating for mental wellness ✔ when athletes should seek additional support This episode is packed with practical strategies for athletes who want to recover better, feel better, and perform at a higher level. If you are struggling with sleep, anxiety, fatigue, low energy, or inconsistent recovery, this conversation is for you. 👉 Ready for personalized nutrition support? Book a 30-minute Quick Start Nutrition Consult: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/spor... Or learn more about the Longevity Lab: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/long... #sportsnutrition #sleep #mentalhealth #endurancesports #recovery #athletehealth #longevity #nutrition #triathlon #running ➢ Looking for an EDGE in your performance & health? Get healthier, stronger and more confident with the best endurance and triathlon coaching, fueling & hydration solutions, and longevity nutrition for active individuals and athletes. Mission: To empower active people to reach and sustain peak performance and health. ➢ Visit http://www.TheEnduranceEdge.com #FindYourEdge Follow us: ► The Endurance Edge on Instagram:   / theenduranceedge   and Facebook:   / theenduranceedge   ► Find Your Edge podcast https://www.theenduranceedge.com/cate... or subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...