Dr. Allison Brager (@docjockzzz) is interviewed on the show this week. She's a 2013 CrossFit Games; Teams Athlete, Neuroscientist and Sleep & Recovery researcher. We’re here to talk about the benefits of sleep and recovery for elite athletes, “Wim Hof” breathing, what your DNA/ genotype says about you, and why you should be sleeping naked. We’ve got a ton of information in this one that will help you not only recover better but ultimately train better. Be sure to check out Allison’s book below! Topics of discussion: [1:38] Allison’s background [7:11] Two stages of sleep and their effects on recovery [10:45] Optimal sleep; quantity vs. quality [12:33] Sleep deprivation, Genotypes and more on what your DNA can tell you 23andMe – DNA Testing/ genotype DNAFit – DNA Testing for Fitness & Diet   [17:47] How to get the best night of sleep & forming good sleep habits [20:05] The science behind the “Sleep Cycle” App [23:27] Meditation & “Wim Hof” breathing [25:35] Thoughts on polyphasic sleep [27:45] Thoughts/ research on naps [30:12] Effects of alcohol & marijuana on sleep [38:24] The future of sleep technology   Book(s): Meathead: Unraveling the Athletic Brain by Allison Brager If you LOVE this podcast please click HERE to leave me a review. It energizes me to keep doing these as well as pushes us higher in the rankings. Follow us on Instagram @brute.strength Thank you all for the support!