What Really Happens When You Sleep | Extra Mile

About this episode

This episode explores the science of sleep, debunking myths and discussing its importance for recovery and performance.

Sleep isn’t just rest… it’s where everything happens. In this episode of Untapped: Extra Mile , Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick break down the biggest myths around sleep — and what’s actually going on inside your body when your head hits the pillow. From why 8 hours doesn’t guarantee you’ll feel rested, to how your brain literally cleans itself overnight, this is a deep dive into the science of recovery, performance, and why sleep might be the most important tool you’re ignoring. Heights 👉 Stay sharp like Spencer. 20% off Heights with code UT20: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-vitals-au2  WHOOP 👉 Join Spencer in untapping your own potential with 1 month free here: https://highpfrmc.com/UT-WHOOP-au3 Randox Health 👉 Take care of your health today and into the future. Save 20% on all health checks now with the code untapped at: https://highpfrmc.com/UT-Randox-AU2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Spencer Matthews

Guest: Oli Patrick

Topics covered

• sleep
• myths
• science of recovery
• performance
• health

Keywords

• sleep
• recovery
• performance
• health checks
• brain cleaning

Sponsors

Heights, WHOOP, Randox Health

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