In this episode, we are rejoined by Dr. Matt Laye—an endurance athlete with a PhD in medical physiology and an assistant professor of physiology at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. As we explore the critical role of sleep in running performance and recovery, Dr. Laye unpacks the science behind why a lack of sleep can be a runner’s downfall. With his experience as a coach at Sharman Ultra and as a contributor to Ultrarunning Magazine, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge, from the track to the trails, and delivers practical advice on how ultrarunners can optimize their sleep for peak performance. Check out Matt's article in Ultraruning Magazine, "Sleep and the Ultrarunner"
Matt's blog is "Laying it Down"
We mentioned Alyssa Clark's article, "200+ Mile Sleep Strategies: Dirt Napping 101" in Trail Runner Magazine
EP 599: Salt, Running and Pregnancy. What We Learn From Recent Research
EP 598: Intermittent Fasting - Will it Help or Hinder our Performance?
EP 597: You Don't Have to Run Ultras To Be a Trail Runner
EP 596: Do We Get Toughness Wrong? With Steve Magness
EP 595: Do Hard Things - Part 3
EP 594: TRN Takes a Group Run with Ryan Hall
EP 593: Do Hard Things - Part 2
EP 592: The Importance of a Mental Taper
EP 591: Do Hard Things - Part 1
EP 590: Rethinking Nutrition with Brad Kearns
EP 589: TRAINING PRINCIPLES - Strength Training
EP 588: Audio Magazine - Volume 11
EP 587: The Art of Pacing
EP 586: Anatomy of An Aid Station
EP 585: How to Use Biomarkers to Be a Better Runner
EP 584: Knowing Our Community: A Look at Some Recent Surveys
EP 583: TRAINING PRINCIPLES - Nutrition
EP 582: Chasing That Perfectly Imperfect Day
EP 581: Running in the Heat: How to Prepare For it and Tricks to Help Stay Cool
EP 580: Altitude Training - Best Practices for Adaptation
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