Are you struggling with sleep issues? Did you know that it is just as important as nutrition and exercise? When it comes to achieving optimal health and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, many people focus on their diet and exercise routine. However, one often overlooked factor that plays a significant role in overall health management is sleep. 

In this episode, Sherry Shaban interviews sleep expert Amanda Chocko about the importance of quality sleep and its impact on overall health. Amanda shares her journey of overcoming sleep issues and how she became a certified nutritional therapist. They discuss the different indicators of poor sleep, the importance of sleep cycles, and the role of light and electronics in disrupting sleep. Amanda provides practical tips for improving sleep hygiene, including setting a regular sleep schedule, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, and optimizing the sleep environment.You will gain valuable insights into the foundations of good sleep and how to prioritize it for optimal health.

For anyone looking to enhance their sleep quality and harness the benefits that come with restorative rest, tune in to this full episode. 

“If your sleep is crap, all of those things [nutrition, exercise, stress management] are just not going to work out the way you want them to." - Amanda Chocko

Topics Covered:

00:02 - Introduction to the importance of sleep in our diet

03:13 - Amanda's realization of the impact of sleep on her clients' health

04:09 - Amanda's personal struggle with chronic insomnia

05:05 - Sleep as the foundation for overall health and well-being

07:53 - Importance of going through all sleep cycles for optimal rest and recovery

10:02 - The average recommended sleep duration

11:32 - Importance of aligning with circadian rhythms and light exposure

12:55 - The impact of electronics and EMFs on our sleep

15:15 - Factors that can disrupt sleep, such as stress and sleep procrastination

15:30 - The importance of establishing a wind-down routine before bed

17:22 - The importance of aligning with the circadian rhythm throughout the day

18:17 - Factors that can impact sleep, such as medications, supplements, and meal timing

19:33 - The effects of caffeine on sleep and the importance of individual experimentation

22:03 - The need for personalized approaches to sleep hygiene

23:37 - Exploring sleep as a fundamental aspect of overall health

24:04 - Focusing on the basics of sleep, hydration, and stress management

27:43 - Optimize your sleep environment for better quality sleep.

28:51 - Manage racing thoughts and mind chatter when waking up in the middle of the night.

29:21 - Consider seeking professional help if sleep issues persist after making adjustments.

31:49 - Create a consistent schedule and routine even for night shift workers.

33:10 - Take one thing at a time and track the effects on sleep quality.

Key Takeaways:

• Signs of poor sleep quality

• Tips for reducing EMF exposure before bed

• Personal strategies for improving sleep

• The role of exercise in sleep and the importance of timing

• The impact of late-night eating on sleep quality

• Tips for night shift workers to optimize sleep during unconventional hours.

Connect with Amanda Chocko:

Website

Instagram

Book

Connect with Sherry Shaban:

⁠Website⁠

⁠Facebook⁠

⁠Instagram⁠

⁠TikTok⁠

⁠LinkedIn⁠

YouTube

If you’re struggling with self-sabotaging behavior and other non-serving habits that have been keeping you from hitting your health goals, I'd like to invite you to join me in Transformation in Paradise: Metamorphosis Greece this October 12–19, 2024, in Lefkada.

Visit www.sherryshaban.com/retreats for more details. If this sounds like something you’d like to learn more about, email me at [email protected] and let's get in touch to go over all the details and answer your questions to determine if this retreat is the right fit for you.

Keep it up, Athletes!

Sherry