Season 3 : Episode 4 – Sleep and Athletic Performance with Dr. Jeff Durmer

Dr. Jeff Durmer, MD, PhD, is a neuroscientist, sleep specialist, and former competitive rower. He is the current CMO for AbsoluteRest, CMO and founder of Limbico Health, and has served as a sleep consultant assisting Olympic-level athletes in the treatment of sleep disorders and sleep quality optimization for maximal performance. Takeaways • Optimizing sleep is crucial for maximizing athletic performance. • Sleep deprivation can negatively impact physical and cognitive abilities. • Improving sleep quality can enhance recovery and reduce the risk of injuries. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Dr. Jeff Durmer, MD, PhD 02:10 - Dr. Durmer's Experience with Athletes 05:24 - Transition to Athletic Performance 06:24 - The Impact of Sleep on Physical and Cognitive Abilities 10:02 - The Importance of Sleep for Injury Prevention and Performance 12:18 - The Psychological Component of Performance 13:36 - [Sponsor Break & AskTheSleepMD.com] 19:05 - The Role of Sleep in College Athletics 24:00 - Optimizing Sleep for Olympic Athletes 27:24 - Cardiopulmonary Coupling and Sleep Quality 36:20 - Stay Tuned for Part II 37:01 - Disclaimer _____ 🌙 About Me 🌙 I'm Dr. Alison Kole, a fellowship-trained and Board Certified Sleep Medicine specialist, as well as a chronic insomniac turned sleep biohacker. My mission is to empower you to naturally improve your sleep for a healthier life. 🎙️ Season 3 Focus: Season 3 of "Sleep Is My Waking Passion" blends holistic sleep improvement strategies and medical insights with a focus on women's health and self-care. We'll emphasize the mind-body connection, exploring innovative and natural methods for better sleep without reliance on medication. The season promises diverse topics, from self-love to cutting-edge sleep medicine, aiming to empower listeners to tackle sleep challenges confidently. 🎧 Listen to Season 3 on: Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleep-is-my-waking-passion/id1684976379 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3kSqlAoEC7tFmFj0Pms0hw 📷 Connect with Me Website: www.askthesleepmd.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/askthesleepmd Facebook: www.facebook.com/askthesleepmd LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alison-kole-md-mph-fccp-faasm-b6a26715