The Unbroken Athlete
The Unbroken Athlete
Podcast Description
The Unbroken Athlete Podcast is your go-to resource for building resilience, mental toughness, and the skills needed to thrive in the highs and lows of athletic life.
Designed for athletes of all levels, this podcast dives into the challenges of injury recovery, performance pressure, and staying motivated in the face of setbacks. Through expert interviews, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories, we equip athletes with the tools to stay mentally strong, bounce back from adversity, and achieve their full potential—because every athlete deserves to feel unbreakable.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on various themes related to athletic life, including injury recovery, performance pressure, and mental resilience, with specific episodes addressing topics like kinesiophobia, nutrition for athletes, and techniques for building mental toughness, ensuring athletes are equipped to handle both highs and lows.
The Unbroken Athlete Podcast is your go-to resource for building resilience, mental toughness, and the skills needed to thrive in the highs and lows of athletic life.
Designed for athletes of all levels, this podcast dives into the challenges of injury recovery, performance pressure, and staying motivated in the face of setbacks. Through expert interviews, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories, we equip athletes with the tools to stay mentally strong, bounce back from adversity, and achieve their full potential—because every athlete deserves to feel unbreakable.
In this episode of the Unbroken Athlete Podcast, host Emily Perrin, LMSW discusses the critical importance of rest and sleep for athletes. Learn more on the need for athletes to understand their nervous system and how it affects their ability to recover and perform. This episode covers the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, the significance of establishing sleep hygiene routines, and practical tips for creating an optimal sleep environment. Finally, Emily wraps it up with how athletes can prioritize their rest and sleep for improved performance and resilience.
Takeaways Rest and sleep are crucial for athletes. Understanding your nervous system is key.
A flexible nervous system is essential for health.
Most athletes struggle with sleep preparation.
Sleep hygiene involves creating a conducive environment. Athletes need 7 to 9 hours of sleep.
Gentle movement can signal your body to relax.
Breath work and meditation aid in relaxation.
Establishing a routine helps improve sleep quality. Support rest and sleep for better performance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Athlete Wellness
00:41 Understanding the Nervous System
04:19 The Importance of Sleep Hygiene
09:13 Practical Tips for Better Sleep
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