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
