Supercharge Exercise Performance & Recovery with Cooling | Episode 19
Main Takeaways
Understanding the science behind physical performance and skill learning is important for optimization.
Specific tools for improving endurance and strength have been studied and are used by collegiate and professional teams.
The Optimal Learning Protocol involves being calm and focused while acquiring a new skill, followed by a spike in adrenaline through tools such as cold or breathing.
Sleep, hydration, mindset, and visualization are factors that impact physical performance.
Temperature is the most powerful variable for improving physical performance and recovery.
Cold is more effective than heat for increasing strength, repetitions, and endurance.
Understanding how cold and heat work and their effects on the body is key to optimizing their use.
Heat can negatively impact physical performance by affecting the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.
Proper cooling can significantly improve performance.
The face, palms, and bottoms of feet are the best body parts for heating and cooling the whole body.
