The Science of Sleep | Solo with Sarah McLachlan
Science + Woo with Sarah McLachlan
Release Date: 06/05/2024
Science + Woo with Sarah McLachlan
Are you eating too many carbs... or not enough?! This episode will help clarify the confusion while explaining the supportive role carbohydrates have on your workouts, recovery, nervous system and, most of all, supporting healthy hormonal balance. I really love this share for SO many reasons - it is potent & clear, has a powerful message and genuinely helps you understand what carbohydrates provide for: losing vs. gaining muscle your endocrine system (reducing stress hormones like cortisol, as well as helping with our women's specific hormones, oestrogen and progesterone) ensuring...
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These 4 unusual biohacks may sound "woo woo" but if they each gave you an extra edge to rise above the rest, would you take it? While on surface level, these actionable performance enhancing boosters seem too easy to be true, I cite preliminary evidence for some of them (because we all like a bit of research these days, right?) And for the ladies - Be careful next time you're tempted to Beetroot or Nitrate Load for performance! Most studies of the past are conducted on the male population... a more recent review of potential sex differences proves interesting on if nitrates help or hinder...
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Is caffeine your friend or foe? In this bite-sized episode, you'll learn about the current research on the use of caffeine, how much to 'use', the specific impact on your training and sports performance & it's profound benefits. This is a brilliant share to understand how and why caffeine has a different impact on women as opposed to men, as well as caffeine's half life, peak effects and when caffeine can actually do more harm than good on your physical performance, results and physiology. Short, sweet and empowering, I hope you enjoy the juicy hacks and caffeination info! Sarah x...
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Everything you need to know to recover smarter and more effectively for the 24-48 hours following your training session or workout. Whether your sport is road cycling, running, enduro mountain biking, heavy weights or CrossFit at the gym or half marathon training on the trails, you will want to hear this episode. Whilst I thoroughly enjoy taking the mickey on the different varieties of cyclists out there and their post-ride habits, I have also 100% been all of those cyclists at some point :) Have your pen and paper ready to jot down fresh ideas to recover better, support your...
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We are taking a brilliant pivot from the initial 'Podcast Plan'. I'm called to start sharing more that will empower your fitness and strength journey - in a way that can be applied to boost your health, overall conditioning and longevitiy by optimising your exercise and eating regimes... no matter what your sport or chosen movement activity may be. 'Bites & Biohacks from the Bike' is about sharing potent, useful tips, bomb-a** biohacks, words of wisdom, science & research and gold nuggets of truth, in a digestable, powerful & simple form. It's about helping you...
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If you want to shift a bad mood, feel better or perhaps feel FREAKEN GOOD, you'll find brilliant motivation to get going and move your body with this episode! Through clinical practice, evidence-based reasoning & physiological, emotional and energetic mind-body principles, today I unpack the ways that movement and exercise are creating how you FEEL. When you tune in and become aware of how you feel, you can also tune into your energy, and use this newfound awareness to dial up your inner resilience, strength and focus, or find your easy-going flow - all which comes from the many various...
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Diving into the science, research and mind-blowing data in this incredible episode, you'll learn how to foster a deeper, more restorative night's sleep whilst better understanding how sleep impacts your mental and emotional capacity. I unpack the 4 stages of sleep and what happens to our brain, emotions and body when we don't sleep well, through to the vicious Sleep-Stress Cycle, how the type and volume of exercise you do impacts your sleep, and the enormous effects of light, our phones and screens... and much more juicy sleep tips & support! ...Including how your hormones interact amongst...
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Has your burning desire or drive felt lacklustre lately, as though your spark is wavering? Maybe 'life' has got a little in the way... Or you've lost contact with feeling your vibrant zest and hum for life. Then this truthful episode is a great listen for you. In this potent solo share, I guide you to re-member and reconnect with your passions, love of life, goals and inner fire - without neglecting the necessary need for finding & flexing self discipline. I bust TWO BIG MYTHS around 'what's normal' and giving yourself permission to really pursue what YOU want - and LOVE. Nudge awake your...
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Ever been stuck in not knowing what to do? Which path to take? Or experienced the heavy spiralling paralysis of trying to "figure it out"? This solo 'Sarah Download' is perfect for you! Whether it's a decision to leave your relationship, change jobs or career path, a health or diet shift, or perhaps moving house, this episode will provide you with suggestions and insights to tap into your answers. Speaking from my recent 'big decision-making experience' (one that would have cost me greatly), this unscripted, free-flowing episode will help you navigate ways to support making a solid,...
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Are you fuelling your body with enough of the good stuff? Getting your fill or requirements of protein, plants and vital nutrients is no easy feat, and it can be even trickier if you're looking for plant-based options. Nina Gelbke is an Accredited Nutritionist, Sports Nutritionist, Presenter and CrossFit Coach and Athlete, with a big passion for all things fitness and nutrition. She is here to dispel the myth that plant-based diets can't support us - especially as athletes. Grab your earbuds and press play to explore food and nutrition "for life" as well as for high performance in sports. Tune...
info_outlineDiving into the science, research and mind-blowing data in this incredible episode, you'll learn how to foster a deeper, more restorative night's sleep whilst better understanding how sleep impacts your mental and emotional capacity.
I unpack the 4 stages of sleep and what happens to our brain, emotions and body when we don't sleep well, through to the vicious Sleep-Stress Cycle, how the type and volume of exercise you do impacts your sleep, and the enormous effects of light, our phones and screens... and much more juicy sleep tips & support! ...Including how your hormones interact amongst it all.
This empowering episode is a snippet of the detailed information I presented at my "Science of Sleep & Hormones Workshop" which was part of the March edition of The Fluid Experience (my Half Day Mini Retreats).
Sleep is one of the most important things we should be prioritising if we want to have excellent mental, physical and emotional health.
Plug in & press play to uncover the impact and influence of all things relating to good quality, deeply rejuvenating sleep!
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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended to educate, inspire and support you on your personal journey, awareness and growth. I am not a medical doctor, psychologist or medical health practitioner and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any psychological or medical conditions or require support, please seek help from your GP or qualified health practitioner.