UM 051: Understanding Rest & Recovery with Scott Shortmeyer

Untaming Masculinity

Recovery – a return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength

When it comes to sleep, most guys know they don’t get enough. They go to bed too late, wake up too early and spend too much time sitting in a cubicle at work. They’re always tired and unable to perform at their best. What these men may not recognize is the direct impact rest and recovery have on their overall well-being.

Being able to adequately rest will allow you to recover sufficiently, which will help you be able to perform at your peak. If you are not well rested, the effects can be substantial, both mentally and physically.

There is a lot more that goes into rest and recovery than simply getting a good night’s rest. What you do throughout the day, your diet, your work routine, how you train, and your nighttime routine are a few crucial things that play a significant role in your ability to rest and recover. With the many factors out there, it can seem a little daunting when it comes down to knowing where to begin.

In this episode of Untaming Masculinity, Dan and Brad sit down with Scott Shortmeyer, the host of The Rest and Recovery Podcast. In this wide-ranging discussion, Scott discusses what led him down the path of optimizing recovery and the many lessons he’s learned along the way. He provides some guidance to men who want to start to understand how to more fully optimize their recovery, through tactical tips and strategies.

Some of the many topics discussed include:

• The importance of not always going all out on days where you just don’t have it, and why that is so critical in your ability to recover adequately
• The role late-night snacking plays in impacting recovery
• Why you always find yourself getting up in the middle of the night
• How eliminating light in your bedroom can help you sleep better
• The importance of a nighttime routine
• How you can leverage technology to help support recovery

This episode is a great introduction to a fascinating topic and was one of our favorite conversations yet. It’s not one you will not want to miss.

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Resources Mentioned

• The Sleep Solution – Dr. Chris Winter
• The Rested Child – Dr. Chris Winter
• Rise App
• Whoop
• OOLER Sleep System

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