Expert Sleep Advice: Napping, Jet Lag, Alarm Clocks, Ozempic & Bedroom Hacks w/ Todd Anderson (Pt 2)

Pursuit of Wellness

Ep. #115 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, Todd Anderson is back for part two! Former NFL conditioning coach and sleep optimization expert, the Dream Recovery founder and I had a lot more to discuss. Last time we spoke about the critical nature of quality sleep for our overall health, and today we delve even further into those specific aspects. Todd shares some of his favorite products in the bedroom for optimal sleep, insights on cortisol control, the long-term effects of Ozempic, and effective jet lag management strategies.Today’s episode is a must listen for anyone looking to enhance their sleep quality!

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Topics Discussed

• 04:04 - Setting ourselves up for optimal sleep
• 05:15 - The negative side of counting sheep
• 06:36 - Clocks in the bedroom
• 08:05 - Controlled temperature during sleep
• 14:23 - Tools and product recommendations
• 16:58 - Red light bulbs and motion activated lights
• 18:30 - Sauna and sweating
• 19:55 - Intimidations and benefits of mouth taping
• 23:53 - Supplements for sleep
• 27:04 - Thoughts on Ashwagandha and cortisol control
• 31:19 - Sleep Apnea and thick necks
• 35:29 - Effects of Ozempic
• 40:43- Sleep’s effect on hormone health
• 42:40 - Going to bed angry and the importance of morning routines
• 45:09 - Recommendations for new parents
• 48:40 - Sleep patterns and being intentional about night time routines
• 51:40 - Bedtime routine when Greg travels
• 53:42 - Mouth breathing and sleep issues
• 54:55 - Napping
• 57:21 - Managing jet lag
• 59:55 - Wake up times and professional athletes
• 01:03:31 - Todd’s new podcast