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#6 Sleep (And) Traning with Dr. Jeff Durmer MD PhD
Early Miles with Steve Gonser›
Feb 25, 20261:33:36
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In this conversation, Jeffrey Durmer discusses his journey from athlete to sleep expert, explores the evolution of sleep medicine, the impact of consumer technology on sleep tracking, and the significance of heart rate variability (HRV). He emphasizes the effects of sleep deprivation, cultural attitudes towards sleep, and strategies for optimizing sleep for athletic performance, including the importance of circadian rhythms and food timing. In this conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Durmer discusses the significance of chronotypes in determining sleep patterns, the importance of recovery sleep for athletes, and the impact of mood on sleep quality. He emphasizes the benefits of light therapy for enhancing mood and performance, and outlines best practices for creating a sleep-friendly environment. The discussion also covers the effects of alcohol and diet on sleep and concludes with insights into the future of sleep monitoring and the integration of AI to personalize sleep health.
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Website: https://www.happysleep.com/
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"#6 Sleep (And) Traning with Dr. Jeff Durmer MD PhD" is an episode of Early Miles with Steve Gonser. Runtime 1 hr 33 min. Published February 25, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
