How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Performance with Louisa Nicola
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In this episode of Hone In, host Saad Alam speaks with Louisa Nicola, M.S. a neurophysiologist, celebrity performance coach, and CEO of Neuro Athletics. Elite athletes—including NFL player Bryce Butler and NBA player Omer Stevenson—turn to Nicola to optimize their performance and health, and fortify their competitive edge.
Saad and Louisa dive into how to harness the power of brain training, diet, sleep, and social connection to improve your brain health today, and for years to come.
Also in the episode:
-Biomarkers of physical and cognitive performance
-Brain training for athletes
-Determining your Alzheimer's risk
-Why heart health is critical for brain health
-How sleep impacts cognitive function and performance
The biggest takeaway: Exercise—both cardio and strength training—is one of the best ways to keep your brain sharp and lower your risk for neurodegenerative disease. Louisa Nicola who talks about the importance of brain health for performance, and how to improve it with age.
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