Episode 350: Sleeping Smarter: How Light, Food, and Activity Impact Your Circadian Rhythm

Did you know that creating the perfect sleep environment can dramatically improve your sleep quality and, in turn, boost your overall health? In today’s Fitness Friday episode we’re throwing it back to quarantine and the dark days of Covid. But the health tips Dr. Darshan gives apply today, so this episode is one you don’t want to miss. We discuss strategies for maintaining optimal health like sleep, getting steps in, and grounding. Have you ever wondered why the goal is 10,000 steps a day? Well the standard is revealed, and it’s not what you think! So tune in now and get the details. From trauma surgery to reconstructive surgery, Dr. Shah has seen and done it all. Dr. Shah's belief in continual education and self-improvement has earned him alumni status at Harvard Business School, Singularity University, and other prestigious institutions. What we discuss: How to optimize your health when you’re stuck at home The importance of getting sleep. Your sleep routine starts when you wake up A perfect sleep environment Why get 10,000 steps? The effects of long term exercise Thank you to our sponsor: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off To learn more about Dr. Darshan: Dr. Darshan’s Website - https://www.drshah.com/ Dr. Darshan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/darshanshahmd/ Find more from Jen: Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices