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Timing of Sleep and Waking Explained
1:31:51 - 1:35:31 (03:39)
The timing of sleep and waking is controlled by mechanisms in the brain and body, which can be shifted by factors such as bright light, exercise, and socializing at certain times. Adjusting your routine to align with your body's temperature minimum can help to phase advance your clock and improve your sleep quality.
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Our temperature minimum, which is the time within our 24-hour cycle, determines the timing of our sleep and waking mechanisms.
1:31:51 - 1:33:41 (01:50)
Summary
Our temperature minimum, which is the time within our 24-hour cycle, determines the timing of our sleep and waking mechanisms. Activities like drinking coffee or exercising within two to four hours before our minimum temperature can cause a delay in our sleep cycle.
ChapterTiming of Sleep and Waking Explained
EpisodeSleep Toolkit: Tools for Optimizing Sleep & Sleep-Wake Timing
PodcastHuberman Lab
This podcast offers tips for adjusting your circadian rhythm, including getting bright light and exercise early in the morning and trying to maintain a consistent schedule when switching between night and day shifts.
1:33:41 - 1:35:31 (01:49)
Summary
This podcast offers tips for adjusting your circadian rhythm, including getting bright light and exercise early in the morning and trying to maintain a consistent schedule when switching between night and day shifts.