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Sleep is one of the most critical yet often overlooked components of health, performance, and overall well-being. Poor sleep quality or insufficient sleep can disrupt circadian rhythms, impair glucose metabolism, and alter hunger signals, leading to increased food intake, reduced insulin sensitivity, and other undesirable outcomes. In this episode, we bring together expert discussions from some of the leading researchers in sleep science, to explore what defines high-quality sleep, the mechanisms behind sleep regulation, and the factors that influence sleep-wake cycles, from light exposure to psychological stress. Timestamps Note: Full episode only available on Sigma Nutrition Premium. [02:14] The importance of sleep duration and timing [05:32] Exploring sleep intensity and architecture [07:50] Defining good quality sleep [12:46] The two process model of sleep regulation [19:06] What is sleep? [24:47] Socioeconomic factors and sleep [34:30] The impact of blue light on sleep [47:10] Wake drive and sleep pressure [52:44] Stress, anxiety, and sleep [58:27] Common sleep disorders [01:06:26] Sleep and eating behavior Related Resources Join the Sigma email newsletter for free Subscribe to Sigma Nutrition Premium Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course Episodes referenced: 38: Dan Pardi, PhD 316: Michael Grandner, PhD 209: Amy Bender, PhD 433: Greg Potter, PhD 328: Meeta Singh, MD 536: Ian Dunican, PhD 61: Kirk Parsley, MD

We are coming at you with our very first live episode from Perth, Australia! Here at the 2024 Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists Annual Scientific Conference and Exhibition, occupational hazards and exposures get top billing. And one of the most ubiquitous hazards, experienced by nearly every industry is fatigue, specifically fatigue caused by circadian rhythm disruption. In this very special episode, we explore how our circadian rhythms work and some of the consequences that can emerge when we work against those rhythms, whether that's because we're traveling across many time zones or switching to night shift work. We then dig into the history of circadian rhythm research, from how we first learned about these daily patterns to when their disruption became a routine occurrence. Helping us to navigate some of the alarmist headlines (“your screens are ruining your sleep!”) and biohacker claims (“avoid jet lag with this one simple trick!”) is Ian Dunican, PhD. Dr. Dunican is the Director and Chief Adviser of Melius Consulting, a scientific consultancy undertaking research, consulting, and education, and he also hosts and produces the Sleep4Performance podcast. We also bring on Dr. John Iliff, Emergency Physician and Aeromedical Consultant to share his frightening experience with fatigue after a long shift during his training as a physician. Tune in for a fascinating discussion about the rhythms that drive our lives! Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3WwtIAu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In the world of combat sports, optimizing performance extends beyond physical training and nutrition—sleep plays a critical role. Maladaptive sleep behaviors, such as inconsistent sleep schedules and inadequate sleep duration, can significantly impair an athlete's performance by reducing cognitive function, reaction time, and recovery ability. Understanding these impacts is crucial for athletes and coaches seeking to enhance performance through more effective sleep strategies. One of the key challenges combat sports athletes face is managing the effects of shift work and irregular event timings, which often conflict with typical training schedules. What are some strategies to mitigate these challenges, such as adjusting sleep schedules in advance? And what are the implications of jet lag for athletes traveling to major competitions? While technology offers valuable tools for tracking sleep, there are potential drawbacks, including reliance on inaccurate data or the psychological effects of constant monitoring. By educating athletes and coaches on best practices for sleep, they can make informed adjustments to training regimens, ultimately enhancing overall performance. In this episode, sleep scientist Dr. Ian Dunican discusses his work related to understanding and improving sleep behaviors in combat sports athletes. Timestamps: 01:43 Introduction to the Episode 04:38 Discussion on Recent Research Paper 09:52 Sleep Behaviors in Athletes 13:11 Questionnaire and Study Findings 20:38 Common Sleep Disorders in Athletes 33:23 Impact of Training Schedules on Sleep 34:25 Practical Tips for Better Sleep 41:17 Phases of Training and Their Importance 42:31 Understanding Chronotypes and Sleep Habits 45:19 Wearable Devices and Sleep Tracking 53:05 Practical Advice for Coaches and Athletes 59:03 Travel, Jet Lag, and Sleep for Athletes Links: Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course Go to episode page (with links to studies in this episode) Learn more about Sigma Nutrition Subscribe to Premium

Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP In this week's episode of Life in the Peloton, I'm learning more about one of the most important parts of life; sleep. When I retired from the professional peloton a few years ago, we were already wearing sleep tracking devices and starting to tap into how we can improve our sleep and, therefore, our performance. Since then, professional cyclists have stepped it up another notch and are hunting out those 1% gains to help improve the quality & quantity of their sleep. I spoke to Dr. Ian Dunican - an expert on the topic - to find out more about how important sleep is, what we can do to get better quality sleep, and what happens to us if we neglect it. Dr Ian's a keen ultra distance swimmer and practices jiu jitsu, so he understands the importance of recovery and sleep better than most. We spoke about the increased societal awareness of sleep, and how humans today are so much busier than they were a few decades ago - stretching themselves even more thinly and putting even more onus on getting good quality shut eye to keep ourselves healthy. Sleep science is a relatively new discipline, and Dr Ian talked to me about the different phases and cycles of sleep, various sleep disorders that a huge percentage of the population struggle with, and seemingly minor environmental factors that can have a massive bearing on how well we're sleeping. I also wanted to know about sleep and pro cycling. Sometimes you're so tired from a stage race that no matter how long you sleep for you never feel truly wide awake. Dr Ian gave me some great tips about optimizing sleep around competition, and debunked a lot of popular myths around wearable devices and biohacking - which I found super eye opening. Next, I spoke to my old team mate; Lawson Craddock. Lawdog currently rides for Jayco AlUla and is one of the first riders I remember seeing pick up a wearable sleep tracking device and look more closely at his own sleep and what changes he could make to improve it. We spoke about how much things have changed in the pelo' in just a few years, and how things Lawson was doing earlier in his career have become the new normal amongst other pro riders. I was blown away by how much there is to learn about sleep, and what a massive difference it can make. I've always been someone who thinks they can get away with 5-6 hours sleep a night and still function pretty well throughout the day, but, after chatting to Dr Ian and Lawdog, I need to rethink my sleep schedule. Cheers! Mitch This episode is supported by our friends at Pillar Performance. The Life in the Peloton book is OUT NOW! Get your copy now exclusively at maap.cc! Can't wait for you to read it.

In this episode, Dr Ian Dunican talks to Professor Sarah Blunden, whom he recently connected with at the Australasian Sleep Association' Sleep Down Under' conference in South Australia. Sarah's research and work centres around paediatric sleep, focusing on promoting the importance of healthy sleep habits while young, paving the way for quality sleep in adulthood. Her main areas of interest are infant sleep and sleep interventions (that do not necessitate ignoring nor controlled crying), sleep education in schools and communities, and Indigenous sleep health. As an avid young dancer growing up in Adelaide, Sarah successfully obtained a highly coveted position to train with the prestigious Australian Ballet School in Melbourne. At 20 years of age, she moved abroad and performed all over central Europe with a French ballet company. After developing Rheumatoid Arthritis 10 years later, Sarah bid farewell to the touring and travelling life and returned home to commence her Honors, Master and Ph.D. studies in the field of children's sleep. Sarah is recognised as an authority on children's sleep and is widely published in the field. She has given over 70 presentations to academics, health, education, and medical professionals. Additionally, Sarah has published over 100 academic papers and books, with one such publication, 'The Boss of My Sleep'   highlighted in the discussion. Sarah is Head of Paediatric Sleep Research at Central Queensland University, the Founder/Director of the Australian Centre for Education in Sleep and Research, an Advisor to the Australian Psychological Society, and a practising Clinical Psychologist at the Paediatric Sleep Clinic. The Sensible Sleep website contains information on training programs created by Sarah for infant and toddler sleep intervention and junior and senior school children's sleep education, along with many free resources available for teachers, industry professionals and parents.   Items discussed on the podcast Australasian Sleep Association https://sleep.org.au/  Sensible Sleep incorporates The Australian Centre for Education in Sleep (ACES), The Paediatric Sleep and Psychology Clinic (therapeutic arm) http://www.sensiblesleep.com/ To learn more about the Gentle Methods of Self Soothing (GeMMS) program https://sensiblesleep.com/course/blunden-responsive-gemss-method/ To view a list of Sarah's books and publications https://sensiblesleep.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Publications-Books.pdf To view available free downloads and resources: https://sensiblesleep.com/books-resources/ To view sleep education programs and courses available to teachers and schools https://sensiblesleep.com/course/blunden-responsive-gemss-method/#teachers_schools_programs The Boss of My Sleep book is a downloadable book explaining a non-cry intensive sleep intervention system for parents to use with their child https://snoozeforkids.com/product/the-boss-of-my-sleep-ebook/ To view parenting seminars on the Government of South Australia website: https://parenting.sa.gov.au/easy-guides/sleep-and-toddlers-sarah-blunden/ https://parenting.sa.gov.au/easy-guides/sleep-and-teenagers-sarah-blunden/ To read the paper by Alison Glass, Ceinwyn Attrill, Chris Magee, Sarah Blunden, Factors associated with melatonin use in child sleep disturbance: A survey of Australian parents, Sleep Medicine https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1389945723001624    Connect with Sarah Blunden: ORCID: (links to published research) https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5026-1992 LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/sarah-blunden-58445b5b Research Gate https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sarah-Blunden-2 Email: (Paediatric Sleep Clinic)  admin@upstreamhealthsa.com.au Email: (Central Queensland University) s.blunden@cqu.edu.au Central Queensland University, Australia - Professor of Clinical Psychology and Head of Paediatric Sleep Research https://staff-profiles.cqu.edu.au/home/view/1078   Contact me: at iandunican@sleep4performance.com.au or www.sleep4performance.com.au  and check out the YouTube channel.  Check out our sponsor, LMNT. Click on the link to order and get a free LMNT Sample Pack when you order through the custom link below.  Key details:    The LMNT Sample Pack includes 1 packet of every flavour.  This is the perfect offer for anyone interested in trying all our flavours or wanting to introduce a friend to LMNT.  This offer is exclusively available through VIP LMNT Partners – you won't find this offer publicly available.  This offer is available for new and returning customers.  They offer refunds on all orders with no questions – you don't even have to send it back! http://drinklmnt.com/sleep4performance       

In this week's episode we talk to sleep and performance expert Dr. Ian Dunican about:What affects our sleepHow much sleep should we really get?The difference between REM and other sleep - and why we need bothHow to manage sleep & the tools to improve itSupplements for sleepDr. Ian C Dunican holds a PhD in Sleep and Performance from the University of Western Australia, where he's also an adjunct senior research fellow. He's worked with elite sporting organizations and athletes to optimize sleep, recovery, and performance, and researches in the areas of sports science, sleep science, jet lag and travel, chronobiology, health and safety, shiftwork, nutrition and performance. He is also an an adjunct associate professor at Edith Cowan University. During the course of his career, Ian has worked with elite and highly trained athletes at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), West Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS), as well as professional teams across many disciplines.He regularly speaks on those topics and has co-authored technical reports and written several scientific articles. He's a regular reviewer for scientific peer-reviewed journals.Ian served for the Irish Military for 5 years and has completed over 20 ultramarathons, including the Ultra-Trail Australia (x7) and Leadville 100 (x2). He's also involved in ultra-ocean swimming and has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis and treatment.***Connect w/ Dr. Ian C Dunican:Web/Podcast: sleep4performance.com.auLinkedIn / Google ScholarMentioned:Managing travel fatigue in athletes & recommended interventions (so helpful!)Outdoor light, mood & sleepMagnesiumLMNTKiwifruit & SleepSleep & PregnancySleep & MarijuanaSleep disorders in elite rugby athletesMORE NR New customers save 10% off all products on our website with the code NEWPOD10 If you would like to work with our practitioners, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/work-with-us/ Save 20% on all supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off right away with an additional $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution Interested in blood testing? Use code NUTRITIONALREVOLUTION at InsideTracker for 20% off any test: store.insidetracker.com/nutritionalrevolution If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

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Today's guest is one of the world's leading researchers in the areas of sleep science, jet lag and travel, chronobiology, shiftwork, performance, and more. Ian shared some great insights into the world of sleep and performance, from his many years of research. We had a great chat about some of the misconceptions when it comes to sleep, as well as some practical strategies to improving your rest and recovery, and much more.     Guest Links: Sleep4Performance website with podcasts, blog and much more http://www.sleep4performance.com/   Melius Consulting: A scientific technical consulting business focussed on industry https://meliusconsulting.com.au/ Combat Sports Science Research Project https://combatsportsscience.com/   Support and Connect: Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomhalpin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V   New Leg Lock Instructional: https://techniqly.com/shop/overpowered-leglocks/   Instructional videos: https://www.patreon.com/tomhalpin https://techniqly.com/shop/the-modern-game-x-guard-leglock

In today's episode, I interviewed Dr Ian Dunican. Dr Dunican is Director and Chief Advisor at both Melius Consulting and Sleep4Performance, with a PhD in Sleep and Performance. Dr Dunican has worked with major companies such as Rio Tinto and BHP and professional athletes such as Daniel Ricardo, helping improve the sleep patterns and performance of athletes and employees. Listen to the podcast to find out more and to get some helpful tips on how you can improve your sleep.    Dr Dunican has given listeners of this podcast a free sleep and performance assessment. Follow the link and instructions below to get yours.  https://diagnostic.meliusconsulting.com.au/select/ Username: sleep4performance_podcast Password: Neilgibbs2022$ Select: Occupational Health Assessment 

Episode 25! We discuss Ian's self-funded sleep research with professional sports teams, shift workers, and a lot more!Ian explains the different types of sleep we can get each day, what type of sleep characteristics we can have, and if napping is effective for those of us not getting 7-9 hours a night. For more expert health information like this like, share, and subscribe!DISCLAIMER: The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advicehttps://lnkd.in/gKWWGQVeTimestamps (Post-production): -Ian's extensive experience academic and practical and background in sleep research-4:14 Ian's work in sleep and chronobiology-8:14 Shift work and the effects it has on our health -13:50 Chronobiolody and how the body works in cycles-19:53 Naps, the how, why, and when to use them for recovery -25:29 Is more sleep over 7-9 hours better? -36:57 How to manage jet lag, social jet lag, and melatonin info -43:43 How to effectively use caffeine and sleep well -51:35 The effect of screen time on sleep and recovery- Ian's research -56:21 General best practice guidelines and sleep hygiene tips-Show notes-59:58 What does Ian personally do to sleep well - N.B -64:03 Ian's opinion and advice for wearable devices like Fitbits and Oura rings -68:09 Ian's work and extensive free resources - see show notes Free individual reports on sleep and performance for listeners Go to https://diagnostic.meliusconsulting.com.au/select/ Choose Occupational Health Assessment Username: Progression_Health_CoachingPassword: Ross2022$Dr Ian C Dunican (PhD, MMineEng, MBA, GCASSc, BA) Director and Chief Adviser Melius Consulting.Adjunct Senior Research Fellow with the University of Western Australia Adjunct Associate Professor with Edith Cowan University.Melius Consulting-scientific technical consultancy with a team of professional consultants who are experts in occupational health, chronobiology, experimental psychology, and biomedical science.Sleep4Performance-The next level in human performance. S4P provides resources to improve sleep in order to maximize your performance.Research Project Sleep, Nutrition, and Training of Combat Sport Athleteshttps://combatsportsscience.com/The goal of this research study is to enhance our scientific understanding of sleep, nutrition, and training practices among combat sport athletes like yourself. The findings will provide enormously valuable insight for both athletes and coaches.Learning to die podcast - https://learningtodie.com.au/Sleep 4 performance https://sleep4performance.com/Blogs and scientific articles https://sleep4performance.com/blog/Ian's research https://sleep4performance.com/research/ Free lectures, talks, and TV clips https://sleep4performance.com/videos-lectures/Sleep4Performance podcast >100 episodes https://sleep4performance.com/podcast/

Open-water swimmers might think they're ticking all the right training boxes but they could be putting themselves at risk of some serious health issues by not getting enough sleep, according to a new study from The University of Western Australia. Dr Ian Dunican, Adjunct Senior Research Fellow from the Centre for Sleep Science at UWA's School of Human Sciences, is the Lead author of the study and spoke to Tod Johnston about their findings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, our guest is world-renowned Sleep and Performance Expert Dr. Ian Dunican. Dr. Dunican has over two decades of international professional experience in health, safety, and business improvement within military, mining, rail, oil, gas, and elite athletes. He is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at University Western Australia and also holds a Ph.D. in Sleep and Performance where he conducted research at the Australian Institute of Sport with elite-level combat and contact sport athletes. If this resume can't get any more impressive, he is also a BJJ Black belt, and ultra-endurance athlete completing over 20 events including the infamous Leadville 100-mile race in Leadville, Colorado.   This is a cracker first guest episode, Ian comprehensively breaks down everything you need to know about why we sleep, the stages of sleep, the physiology of sleep, why we need light exposure, light sensitivity, shift work, athletes, performance, and much more. In the second half of this, we dive more into the philosophy of performance as a whole and how sleep fits into that and talk about Ian's own experience with his own training and how he adjusted his sleep to suit that massive athletic endeavor. 

Ian is a very active person and loves a good discussion. He's a strong believer that we need more laughter in the world. He should know, he's a part-time comedian. Ian lives his life by the phrase ‘Prepare for war but plan for peace'. He has studied many different forms of combat and completed some very intense endurance events. Ian has a very proactive mind and is very passionate about learning. We discuss what might have triggered this need to ‘go go go!' and how he is now dealing with his own expectations. Ian and I discuss the 4 pillars of health (sleep, nutrition mental health and physical health) and how they are all linked. Targeting each pillar will help achieve optimal health, whatever that looks like for everyone. Ian introduced me to the study of chronobiology. Chronobiology is the study of biological rhythms. We differ in our biological sleep patterns as we age (Owls, larks and intermediates). Teenagers go through an extended Owl stage, where they are biologically set to sleep later at night. So, there is a biological reason for the cranky teenager not wanting to go to bed. Ian believes that we are in the ‘pre-teen' phase when it comes to talking about mental health on bigger platforms. These discussions are happening, and will get bigger, but we have only just started! He mentions how young some aspects of science are. Sleep science, performance related work for athletes that kicked off in the late 2000's, and many more are simple examples of this. Ian is looking forward to researching the topic of performance under fatigue related to sleep patterns. In his past work, Ian and his research team found how common sleep disorders are for athletes. He mentions some of the techniques he has used within team sports to help their schedule promote sleeping and still retain the necessary load for training and match demands. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ian-c-dunican-115b0a14/?locale=es_ES https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hkFVH_rifA https://learningtodie.com.au/ https://sleep4performance.com/ https://meliusconsulting.com.au/

In today's podcast, I spoke with Dr. Ian Dunican. Ian is amongst many other things, a sleep researcher and business consultant. As you will hear, Ian has his fingers in a lot of professional pies, but the through-line is that he is trying to optimize performance in many different fields. Ian has a burgeoning interest in psychedelics, and he first came on my radar when I hear him interview Stephen Bright on his podcast, ‘Learning to Die'. Ian is by no means a strong advocate for psychedelics, and we had an interesting discussion in how he has found a plethora of ways to access a transcendent state of consciousness. He also believes that sleep and psychedelics may have interesting overlaps that we are only just beginning to appreciate. In today's podcast, we discuss... Five to One by the Doors, Ian's background and time serving in the Irish Military, and his lifelong fascination with learning, Ian's early personal experience of the deleterious effects of sleep deprivation, The overlap between sleep loss and mental health issues, The history of the human study of sleep, The ‘Grandfather' of sleep Bill Dement, Matthew Walker's podcast discussions with Peter Attia, Circadian Rhythm,Chronobiology, Leptin and Grehlin and their relationship with sleep, Performance deficits associated with sleep loss, Night shift work as a ‘possible carcinogen' - Type 2A carcinogen, Classification of sleep disorders, The difference between a ‘sleep problem' and a ‘sleep disorder, The societal correlation between poor sleep and lower socio-economic status, The limited efficacy of sleep medicines, the paucity of undergrad education into sleep science for health professionals, and the lack of understanding amongst the general population about good sleep hygiene, The Parliamentary Report ‘Bedtime Reading' Ian's business Melius Consulting, and his work with Formula 1 McClaren, and his adjunct researcher work, His two podcasts: sleep4performance, and learning to die,The Stages of Sleep, and sleep spindles, REM rebound, Ian's theory of REM sleep as a practice of death, The Six Bardos in Tibetan Buddhism, The repudiation of death in our societies, and Ernest Becker's ‘The Denial of Death', Zen on the trail and the Marathon Monks, The risks of taking psychedelics, The Effects of Daytime Psilocybin Administration on Sleep: Implications for Antidepressant Action, Sleep as an adjunct for both preparation for and integration of psychedelic trips, The risk of Serious Adverse Events with psychedelic trips, Jennifer Walsh's study on the impact of CBD on insomnia, The potential need for overnight polysomnography as a preparatory tool for psychedelic trips - perfecting the ‘on ramp', Ian's tips for sleeping well, and much more besides!

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How do I live when I know I must die? Learning to Die is a show about exploring that question hosted by Ian Dunican and Ciaran O'Regan. They explore areas of philosophy, psychology, martial arts, culture, existential risk, and anything else that seems of interest and relevance to navigating a well-lived life. And, since Montaigne put it beautifully when he said "every man bears the whole form of the human condition,"   Ian and Ciaran can only hope that some of what they learn prior to returning their borrowed carbon to the Universe might be of benefit to you too. Namaste Sapiens. www.learningtodie.com.au is coming soon 

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In this episode I chat with Dr. Ian Dunican of Sleep4performance (previously a guest on episode 69 of the podcast). We discuss some of Ian's work with McLaren F1, the accuracy of sleep tracking devices, practical suggestions for those who have to contend with less than idea sleep, sleep apnea and more!

Sleep Hygiene Principles - 10 Rules to Help You SleepRoutine - get up and go to bed at the same time every dayExercise daily and consume minimal caffeine, stop caffeine at noonDeal with stress during the day/early eveningDon't go to bed hungry/thirstyNo caffeine, nicotine, alcohol or heavy exercise 3-4 hours before bedNo screen time at least 1 hours before bed and no light-emitting screens in the bedroomBedroom comfortable and inviting (temperature, quiet, dark)Avoid daytime naps >20 minsAvoid work within 90 mins of bedIf awake after 20 mins, do something relaxing out of bed until sleepy

In this crossover episode with the Melius Performance Podcast, co-host Jason van Schie chats with Dr Ian Dunican about a broad range of workplace mental health matters. Jason speaks to concerns from the perspective of the employer and the employee, describes the shared responsibility model for workplace mental health, debunks misconceptions, and challenges misapplication of some of the more popular wellbeing approaches.

Dr Ian Dunican is back and we discuss everything from running ultra marathons to knocking out self appointed Coronavirus mask police! This was a great chat with a good insight into training loads, recovery and tools to help you dig deep when the going gets tough.   Use code: REAPERS at https://au.manscaped.com/ Support: https://www.patreon.com/ChrisWhitey https://www.patreon.com/Brianshields Other Links: Dr Ian is at https://meliusconsulting.com.au/ The Gym Reapers movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_iBNhCYyCA&t=305s   Whiteys Ninja Run with Slater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3b_SAw-C4I Tension 1 directors cut: https://movementmag.com/watch/tension   https://www.instagram.com/chris.whitey https://www.instagram.com/dolly_doctorr https://www.instagram.com/grin_reapers https://www.facebook.com/GrinReapersMedia/ email: theoceanpeopleorders@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/c/theGrinReapers https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/the-grin-reapers-podcast/id1380019049

In this episode, I address a common question "Why can't I sleep before a competition?". In this episode, I discuss what we know, what we can do and if it really affects our performance. Contact me at ian.dunican@meliusconsulting.com.au  Instgram @sleep4perform or @meliusperform Twitter @meliusperform LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/melius-consulting-health-safety-improvement/ and at www.meliusconsulting.com.au 

Delighted to have Ian Dunican Ph.D back on the show this week! We chat about sleep around competition/training! Sleep for recovery & also we touch on wearables too! This is another great chat with a great guy! Our first episode (#36) has been one of the most downloaded to date!  You can follow Ian on LinkedIn - Ian C Dunica PhD & on Instagram @sleep4perform  https://meliusconsulting.com.au/ 

I talk to Dr Ian Dunican, a sleep researcher who has worked with elite combat sports athletes at the Australian Institute of Sport on strategies to help optimise sleep, recovery and performance and who is himself a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and Ultra-Marathon Runner. We discuss sleep cycles, optimising training load and dealing with night time jitters after a workout and sleep tracking gadgets like the oura ring and whoop device. Finally, why martial artists try and cheat the sleep system and how instead they can sleep in and win.

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, I am speaking to Senior Physiologist & Lead Sleep Scientist, Luke Gupta. Sleep is still a hot topic when it comes to discussions around recovery with elite athletes. But with a growing body of research and a lot of talk around its importance, I still think there is a confusion of how to action a lot of it in the real world. But this is where Luke comes in as he works alongside multiple disciplines (S&C, sports science, psychology etc) and with a large diverse group of players. It was a great chat with Luke which I think you will really enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode with Luke Gupta and want more information on sleep science, I have previously spoken to Ian Dunican, Meeta Singh and Shona Halson. In this episode we discussed... Who is Luke Gupta (background, experience and current role)? How should we approach sleep in sport? How is sleep regulated? And, why does knowing this matter?  How should we measure sleep?  How should we manage sleep?  Luke can be found on Twitter @Lukegup86 This episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast is sponsored by Hawkin Dynamics, the team behind the worlds only wireless force plate system. Hawkin Dynamics can be found at hawkindynamics.com and you can follow them on Twitter @hawkindynamics This episode is also sponsored by IMeasureU. IMeasureU are a world leading inertial platform to precisely quantify body movement and workload metrics in the field. IMeasureU can be found at imeasureu.com and you can follow them on Twitter @imeasureu. This episode is sponsored by BLK BOX, leaders in performance training equipment & facility design. BLK BOX manufacture and distribute a full range of strength training equipment across Europe from their Headquarters in Belfast, Northern Ireland. BLK BOK can be found at blkboxfitness.com and you can follow them on Twitter @blkboxfitness and Instagram @blkboxfitness. This episode is also sponsored by Kitman Labs. Kitman partners with leading sports teams to achieve consistent success, on and off the pitch. Over 150 teams across the globe use Kitman Labs' Athlete Optimization System to simplify daily operations and rely on the company's unique analytics to uncover the factors that influence success. You can find Kitman Labs at kitmanlabs.com and on Twitter @kitmanlabs. Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following on Twitter @strengthofsci or visiting strengthofscience.com. Enjoy PP

Fly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers, like many shift-workers, face significant problems with sleep and mental and physical health. To discuss the issues facing FIFO workers we interview Dr Ian Dunican of Sleep4Performance, Melius Consulting and University of Western Australia. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 02:34 Introduction 02:34 - 27:47 Theme - FIFO work 27:47 - 28:34 Clinical Tip 28:34 - 31:47 Pick of the Month 31:47 - 32:56 What's Coming Up? Next episode: Sleep in healthcare workers Links mentioned in the podcast:  Sleep in uncertain times - Bonus podcast episode on sleep in the coronavirus pandemic Impact of FIFO work on mental health - Report from Western Australian government enquiry Sleep4Performance - Dr Ian Dunican's website with resources on sleep and performance Melius Consutling - Dr Ian Dunican's consulting business for management of fatigue Zwift Power-up cycling podcast - Ep 45 (22-Feb-20) and 46 (5-Mar-20) featuring Dr Ian Dunican talking sleep Fast Asleep - book by Dr Michael Mosley

In this episode of the show, I speak to Dr Ian Dunican who is recognised globally as a leader in Sleep & its role in optimizing human performance!  The Irishman now based in Western Australia speaks from a professional standpoint and he is an ultra-endurance athlete himself too having completed the Leadville 100 & now exploring the space of ultra swimming! Find out more about Ian here: https://sleep4performance.com.au/ https://www.shanefinn.com/

This episode brings you more insight into the power of sleep and how it can help improve your cycling, from turning standby lights off to why you should let teenagers sleep in! Plus, Kev delves further into the science behind caffeine and training!

Summary:Exercise and fitness is often a priority, but it often has to be squeezed into the busy lives we all lead, which may mean that physical activity, training, recreational or elite sport is more and more often happens in the evening and into the night. In this episode, we discuss with our excellent guest whether sleep problems can result from late exercise habits and whether sleep problems can have a negative impact on our fitness and performance. Guest Biography:Dr Ian is the Director of Melius Consulting and Sleep4Performance and previously completed a PhD with the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he worked with elite sporting organisations/athletes to optimise performance. Ian is highly sought after with professional athletes, working with Olympic and elite athletes with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and professional teams in Super Rugby, Basketball, Australian Rules Football (AFL) and martial arts. He has also been featured on the health report on ABC radio, ABC radio national and numerous podcasts. Ian has appeared on ABC television, Channel 7, 9 and 10 in Australia. He was a TEDx Perth speaker in 2017. Episode content:There really is some great topical discussion worth listening to that may influence your actions and behaviour around sleep and how it affects your day. The key content is:1:38: Importance of sleep for fitness and performance2:50 Why Dr Dunican chose to study the link between sleep and physical performance11:40 Understanding the physiology and staging of sleep during the night17:43 How a lack of deep sleep or REM sleep might impact exercise and performance24:15 Connection between stress physiology and sleep physiology32:23 Brief discussion on sleep and its influence on exercise recovery39:10 Impact of a lack of sleep on mental function, including depression44:20 Lack of sleep and mental toughness in relation to intense exerciseRate the show:If you enjoyed this episode, then please rate the show, give a short review, and share it with your friends so they can benefit from this free expert information. Your comments and feedback are always welcome. Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or the video series on YouTube so you will receive each update immediately upon release.For other great episodes and expert guests on the Fit to Succeed show, visit our podcast library at www.nordicfitnesseducation.com

Here’s a free major performance enhancer you should know about–sleep! Kev chats all things the land of nod with sleep expert, Dr. Ian Dunican. Plus, a look at delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) with Kev diving into the world of scientific journals so you don’t have to.

In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, I am speaking to Service Chief & Section Head at the Henry Ford Sleep Disorder Centre, Meeta Singh. I got introduced to Meeta via Fergus Connolly who has featured on the podcast twice over the last 5 years (episode #136 & episode #225) and is someone I respect very much. I was chatting to Fergus about sleep and how I thought there was a lack of real practical information out there on the topic. There is plenty of research but little in the way of case studies on how teams are actually improving sleep. Meeta worked with the Washington Nationals on their way to the 2019 World Series and this episode does not disappoint. If you enjoyed this episode on sleep, you may like these episodes with Shona Halson and Ian Dunican. Hope you enjoy this episode with Meeta Singh. In this episode we discussed... Who is Meeta Singh (background, experience and current role) Circadian rhythms What are they? Why are athletes specifically affected by sleep? Chronotypes Why this matters How this affects sleep at home and away Examples Sleep deprivation and insomnia Coexist? Predisposition to these Screening to identify these issues Strategies to improve these Sleeping pills in detail Vision for sleep science integration Meeta can be found on Twitter @athletesleepmd1 This episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast is sponsored by Hawkin Dynamics, the team behind the worlds only wireless force plate system. Hawkin Dynamics can be found at hawkindynamics.com and you can follow them on Twitter @hawkindynamics This episode is also sponsored by Kangatech, the world's most advanced injury prevention platform. To find out more about Kangatech, email how@kangatech.com, visit their website at kangatech.com or check out them out on Twitter @kanga_tech. This episode is also sponsored by IMeasureU. IMeasureU are a world leading inertial platform to precisely quantify body movement and workload metrics in the field. IMeasureU can be found at imeasureu.com and you can follow them on Twitter @imeasureu. This episode is also sponsored by Omegawave, the only non-invasive readiness technology to assess both brain and heart. Omegawave can be found at omegawave.com and you can follow them on Twitter @omegawave. Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following on Twitter @strengthofsci or visiting strengthofscience.com. Enjoy PP

Moving2Live originally released this interview on January 30, 2019.  If you missed Part 1 of our interview with Dr. Dunican, here's the link: http://www.moving2live.com/2019/01/16/podcast-319-dr-ian-dunican-phd-sleep4perdformance-melius-consulting/ Dr. Ian C. Dunican, PhD (in his own words):I have over 20 years international professional experience … Continue reading →

In Season 3, Episode 31 Dr. Bubbs interviews expert coaches, practitioners and researchers on all things caffeine. Jozo Grgic, PhD(c) kicks things off by sharing his research into the effects of caffeine on resistance training and prof Stu Phillips, PhD the impacts of caffeine supplementation on exercise. From there, Nanci Guest, PhD shares her research in genetics, caffeine metabolism and endurance training, Dr. Eric Helms, PhD talks caffeine, bodybuilding and improving body composition, and Dr. Andrew Chappell, PhD from England shares his research on the caffeine habits of elite British bodybuilders. Lastly, Dr. Ian Dunican, PhD shares his research on the effects of caffeine on sleep in professional rugby players in Australia.

Sleep4Performance Radio special episode – Esports with Daniel Bonnar and Beau Melia In this special episode we have our biggest cast to date, a 4-way conversation with Daniel Bonnar, Beau Melia, Dr. Ian Dunican and S4P editor/producer Ricky Krstic. Returning for his second appearance on S4P Radio, Daniel Bonnar is a clinical psychologist and Masters graduate of the insomnia research group at Flinders University, South Australia. He is currently working on his PhD entitled “Sleep and Performance in Esports” and collaborating with Esports researches from the Queensland University of Technology. Daniel is also undertaking performance-based work in collaboration with Beau Melia, Managing Director of Perth based Esports team, Ground Zero. In this podcast we discuss all things Esports ranging from its current status, to the growth and potential future of Esports. You can check out  Daniels previous podcast and S4P blog and find links to his publications here and here. You can also contact Daniel at dkbonnar@hotmail.com and LinkedIn.          If you would like to know more about Ground Zero Gaming, go to their website https://groundzerogaming.com.au/ or contact/follow them on various social media platforms. https://www.facebook.com/GroundZeroOCE/ Twitter and Instagram - @GroundZeroOCE YouTube – Ground Zero Gaming   Contact me at iandunican@sleep4performance.com.au or our editor/producer at ricky.krstic@meliusconsulting.com.au www.sleep4performance.com.au Twitter @sleep4perform You can also listen to S4P Radio on You Tube and Spotify

Dr Ian Dunican is a sleep specialist and Whitey takes advantage with a free consult on his sleep issues. We take Dr Ian from Ted talks to a live crank call with a Gumtree creep that was sending nudes to hapless bikini sellers! Dive in, you won't fall asleep in this one, lots of great advice!    Support: https://www.patreon.com/ChrisWhitey https://www.patreon.com/Brianshields Shirts: http://www.theoceanpeople.com/product/grinreaperstshirt Other Links: https://www.instagram.com/sleep4perform https://www.instagram.com/chris.whitey https://www.instagram.com/dolly_doctorr https://www.instagram.com/grin_reapers https://www.sleep4performance.com.au https://www.facebook.com/GrinReapersMedia/ email: theoceanpeopleorders@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/c/theGrinReapers https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/the-grin-reapers-podcast/id1380019049

World renowned Sleep and High Performance Expert Dr. Ian Dunican joins The Fight Science Podcast to discuss the importance of sleep for an athletes performance. In this episode we discuss; the importance of sleep, the different stages of sleep, how to determine the sleep schedule that works best for you based on your chronotype, how to structure your sleep during a fight camp, what you need to consider during fight week, how sleep can affect your weight cut, and we touch on napping, the use of caffeine and the performance benefits and detriments of getting your sleep schedule right or wrong. This is an informative chat suitable for all athletes, coaches and enthusiasts about one of the most underrated and free tools that can skyrocket your performance on and off the mats.

In this episode Ian Dunican of Sleep4performace joins to talk about sleep science. We discuss chronobiology, sleep hygiene, tips for athletes travelling to competitions, how long we need to sleep for and much, much more. Really fascinating discussion which we hope you find helpful.

This week on the WarriorU podcast Bram talks to Ian Dunican PhD on how sleep effects performance. Ian has 20 years international professional experience in health, safety and business improvement in the military, mining, rail, oil & gas and utilities. He is the Director of Melius Consulting and Sleep4Performance and a researcher with the University of Western Australia where he has worked with elite sporting organisations and their athletes to optimise performance. Ian has led and guided health, safety and business improvement projects in a range of diverse international locations. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episodes is Part 2 of my discussion with Dr. Ian Dunican from Sleep4Performance.com.For Part 1: Click here  Ian has over 20 years international professional experience in health, safety and improvement within military, mining, rail, oil & gas and utilities. His work draws on his background in the military, the resources sector, utilities, rail industries and with elite sporting organisations. Ian has worked with major mining companies to develop fatigue risk management strategies and systems requiring the quantification, analysis and interpretation of multiple data streams to support health, safety, financial strength and productivity. Ian has led and guided projects all over the world including Mozambique, South Africa, Canada, USA, Australia and Mongolia. He is currently the Director of Melius Consulting/Sleep4Performance and has recently completed a PhD with the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he worked with elite sporting organisations/athletes to optimise performance. Ian is highly sought after with professional athletes, working with Olympic and elite athletes with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and professional teams in Super Rugby, Basketball, Australian Rules Football (AFL) and martial arts (judo, boxing, grappling). On this episode Ian and I discuss: We discuss 90 minute sleep cycles  We discuss human biases and instant gratification  We discuss caffeine and its effects on human health and performance I ask Ian about caffeine effects on adenosine and sleep pressure I ask Ian for his thoughts on meal timing We discuss sleep disorders I asked Ian about this thoughts on meal composition its effects on sleep   This was an outstanding episode and I hope you all enjoy it as much as we did! Stay Strong, RB   Show Notes: Website - sleep4performance.com.au Website - meliusconsulting.com.au Facebook - Sleep4Performance Twitter - @sleep4perform Instagram - sleep4perform   Podcasts Mentioned:   Research and Articles Mentioned: Caffeine use in a Super Rugby game and its relationship to post-game sleep. The impact of meal timing on performance, sleepiness, gastric upset, and hunger during simulated night shift Obstructive Sleep Apnea among Players in the National Football League: A Scoping Review Prevalence of sleep disorders and sleep problems in an elite super rugby union team.   Books Mentioned: Behave The Circadian Code People and Resources Mentioned: Mattew WalkerAmy BenderDominic D'agostino Robert Sapolsky  Pat Davidson Peter Kay Greg PotterSatchin Panda Dr. Jack Kruse Siobhan Banks   Show Sponsors: Ultimate Performance Online MentorshipTo get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com ALTIS ALTIS 360ALTIS Education   Ultimate Athlete Concepts Ultimate Athlete Concepts is a multi faceted company, providing the most sophisticated scientific material in sport science. UAC is the worlds leading resource for translated sport preparation educational material.    National Sports Performance Association Certified Program Design Specialist Certified Speed and Agility CoachCerfitied Weightlifting Performance Coach Certified Sports Nutrition Coach   Athletes AccelerationComplete Warm UpComplete Speed Training Complete Speed GamesComplete Jumps TrainingComplete Olympic Lifting Complete Youth TrainingComplete Guide to Training the Female Athlete Complete Core Complete Sports Conditioning Complete Sports Nutrition Complete Program Design Sports Camp Empire   Patreon Help support the podcast by becoming a Patreon to the show here - Patreon 

Grit and resilience are garnering a lot of attention in organizations, conferences and the popular press. They are valuable attributes, but as you'll learn in this podcast, place their focus on the future and the past. Functional Mental Toughness (fMT) is different - it's all about NOW, and how you can take specific steps to optimize your outcomes (or those of your clients) going forward.In this episode, Dr. Ian Dunican turns the tables and interviews Brad Cooper, who's PhD research encompasses the concept of fMT and how to apply it to the various aspects of our lives. With a notable focus of the conversation on practical application, you're sure to walk away with new tools in your coaching (and living!) toolbox going forward.

This episodes guest is Dr. Ian Dunican from Sleep4Performance.com. Ian has over 20 years international professional experience in health, safety and improvement within military, mining, rail, oil & gas and utilities. His work draws on his background in the military, the resources sector, utilities, rail industries and with elite sporting organisations. Ian has worked with major mining companies to develop fatigue risk management strategies and systems requiring the quantification, analysis and interpretation of multiple data streams to support health, safety, financial strength and productivity. Ian has led and guided projects all over the world including Mozambique, South Africa, Canada, USA, Australia and Mongolia. He is currently the Director of Melius Consulting/Sleep4Performance and has recently completed a PhD with the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he worked with elite sporting organisations/athletes to optimise performance. Ian is highly sought after with professional athletes, working with Olympic and elite athletes with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and professional teams in Super Rugby, Basketball, Australian Rules Football (AFL) and martial arts (judo, boxing, grappling). On this episode Ian and I discuss: Ian's background  I ask Ian how did he get into working with coal mining? I ask Ian how he get into sleep research? I ask Ian to share with us strategies to decrease jet jag I ask Ian about entraining athletes body clocks to the time when they are going to compete  I ask Ian about chronotypes and sport performance    This was an outstanding episode and I hope you all enjoy it as much as we did! Stay Strong, RB   Show Notes: Website - sleep4performance.com.au Website - meliusconsulting.com.au Facebook - Sleep4Performance Twitter - @sleep4perform Instagram - sleep4perform   Podcasts Mentioned: Sigma Nutrition Radio #145: Ian Dunican, PhD – Sleep, Training Timing & Performance in Elite Athletes Sigma Nutrition Radio #244: Ian Dunican, PhD – Sleep & Impact of Weight Cutting Joe Rogan Experience #996 - Dr. Andy Galpin   Videos Mentioned: Sleep in... and win! | Ian Dunican | TEDxPerth   Research Articles Mentioned:Nutrition for Travel: From Jet lag To Catering. Books Mentioned: Lights Out - TS Wiley   People and Resources Mentioned: Danny LennonMelius Consulting TS WileyDan PardiDr. Kirk Parsley  Mattew WalkerShawn StevensonDr. Jack Kruse Dr. Shona HalsonDr. Louise Burke Andy GalpinJoe Rogan Valter Longo Nick Littlehales  Dr. Amy Bender Fatigue Science   Show Sponsors: Ultimate Performance Online MentorshipTo get INSTANT ACCESS to almost 20 hours of World Class online video Strength and Conditioning Information go to upmentorship.com ALTIS ALTIS 360ALTIS Education   Ultimate Athlete Concepts Ultimate Athlete Concepts is a multi faceted company, providing the most sophisticated scientific material in sport science. UAC is the worlds leading resource for translated sport preparation educational material.    National Sports Performance Association Certified Program Design Specialist Certified Speed and Agility CoachCerfitied Weightlifting Performance Coach Certified Sports Nutrition Coach   Athletes AccelerationComplete Warm UpComplete Speed Training Complete Speed GamesComplete Jumps TrainingComplete Olympic Lifting Complete Youth TrainingComplete Guide to Training the Female Athlete Complete Core Complete Sports Conditioning Complete Sports Nutrition Complete Program Design Sports Camp Empire   Patreon Help support the podcast by becoming a Patreon to the show here - Patreon 

Dr. Ian C. Dunican (in his own words):I have over 20 years international professional experience in health, safety and improvement within military, mining, rail, oil and gas, and other utilities. Combining scientific research and operational leadership, I support organisations in … Continue reading →

Dr. Ian C. Dunican (in his own words):I have over 20 years international professional experience in health, safety and improvement within military, mining, rail, oil and gas, and other utilities. Combining scientific research and operational leadership, I support organisations in … Continue reading →

Available On: iTunes  | Google Play  | Stitcher  | Spotify Dr. Ian Dunican has over twenty years of international professional experience in health and safety in the military, resources sector, utilities, rail industries, and with elite sporting organisations. Ian has also been featured on the health report on ABC radio, ABC radio national and numerous podcasts. Dr. Dunican has appeared on ABC television in Australia and was a TEDx Perth speaker in 2017 and is a regular reviewer for scientific peer-reviewed journals. He is currently the Director of Melius Consulting/Sleep4Performance and has recently completed a PhD with the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he worked with elite sporting organisations and athletes to optimize performance. Some of his clients are Olympic and elite athletes with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), professional teams in Super Rugby, basketball, Australian Rules Football (AFL), and martial arts (judo, boxing, grappling). As an ultra-runner, Ian has completed numerous mountain ultra-runs in Australia and the infamous Leadville 100 mile, an off-road foot race in the Colorado Rockies where he ran for 27 hrs 42 minutes! Ian is a regular speaker at universities and international conferences in sports performance and physiology and regularly contributes articles to publications such as with the Australian Financial Review. From Andy: Ian is on a mission - to help people figure out why they might be having trouble sleeping, and then to help them figure out what the heck to do about it. His approach is far-reaching and holistic, as there really isn’t any part of life that is not capable of contributing to poor sleep hygiene. Our conversation was broad including topics like email, social media, apps, and fitness trackers, to your schedule, travel, sleep apnea, Netflix, and caffeine. If you don’t come away from this podcast with at least one fresh new idea about something that you could do to improve your sleep, you weren’t listening hard enough. Enjoy! FORWARD TO A FRIEND - If you enjoy the podcast, please help us spread the word by sharing it. LEAVE A REVIEW - Your written reviews in iTunes go a long way in helping us get the word out. Here's a link to make it easy - bit.ly/breakingordinary. Thanks in advance for your help and support! Episode Links Power Speed Endurance Deep Work by Cal Newport Why You Should Quit Social Media - Ted Talk by Cal Newport Matthew Walker on the Joe Rogan Podcast, founder of the Center for Human Sleep Science Sleep for Performance Podcast Patrick McKeown on the Breaking Ordinary Podcast, author of the Oxygen Advantage Connect with Ian Sleep4performance.com Email: iandunican@sleep4perform.com.au Instagram: @sleep4perform Twitter: @sleep4perform Facebook: Ian Dunican Questions? Feedback? Email - podcast@wholelifechallenge.com Instagram - @andypetranek Facebook - @andypetranek Twitter - @andypetranek REVIEW THE PODCAST ON iTUNES - bit.ly/breakingordinary If you liked this episode, try these: 74: Dr. Kirk Parsley - Get Sleep! Advice from a Navy SEAL 85: Dr. Steve Orma - On Sleep, Insomnia, and the Establishment of a Bedtime Ritual  

Dr. Ian Dunican joins Lama Surya Das for a discussion about ways that meditation practice can improve our quality of sleep.Find show notes and resources at: https://beherenownetwork.com/lama-surya-das-ep-66-dr-ian-dunican/

Ian is currently the Director and Principal Consultant of Melius Consulting and has a PhD from the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he worked with elite sporting organisations/athletes to optimise sleep, recovery and performance. He is also the Director of Sleep4Performance and an Adjunct Researcher at Monash University, Australia. Ian has worked with elite and highly trained athletes at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), West Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS), professional teams in Super Rugby, Australian Rules Football, Basketball, Swimming, Ultrarunners and Martial Arts such as Boxing, & MMA. He is an ultrarunner, completing over 20 ultramarathons to date including the Ultra Trail Australia ~100km (7 times), Leadville~100 miler, numerous other marathons and trail running events. He is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple belt and enjoys cross training in wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and kettlebells. He is now focusing on improving his swimming to undertake open water swimming events in 2018/19. He was a TEDx Perth speaker in 2017. He has co-authored technical reports, guidelines for industry organisations and authored a number of scientific articles and is a regular reviewer for scientific peer reviewed journals. Ian is the host of Sleep4Performance radio a podcast dedicated to education, knowledge sharing and promotion of the value of managing sleep. In This Episode We Discuss Weight cutting study: impact on sleep Does low fibre dieting lead to worse sleep? Effects of caloric restriction on sleep Impact of anxiety and nervousness on week of competition Brain trauma and sleep Demands for sleep with increased training workload Impact of late night training Sigma Nutrition Radio LIVE! in Dublin: sigmanutrition.com/snr-live/

In this episode I speak with Dr Corey Peacock PhD, CSCS, ACSM-CPT, CISSN.Dr. Corey Peacock is currently serving as the Head Performance Coach and Sports Scientist at Peacock Performance Inc. In this role, he is responsible for providing strength & conditioning, physiological analysis, and injury prevention methodologies for some of the world’s ‘Elite’ Combat Athletes including Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson, Volkan Oezdemir, Michael Chandler Jr, and Chris Algieri to name a few. He fulfilled this same role previously with MMA’s The Blackzilians. Prior to MMA, Dr. Peacock spent his time as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the collegiate level, where he focused his application on Football. As a former collegiate football player, Corey graduated from Kent State University with a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology. He works closely with many professionals from the NFL, NHL, MMA and NCAAF and is regarded as one of the top Performance Coaches and Sports Scientists in South Florida. Along with coaching, Dr. Peacock also serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Human Performance at Nova Southeastern University. As a researcher, he has contributed multiple peer-reviewed publications integrating the fields of exercise physiology, athletic performance, and supplementation. Dr. Peacock serves an Associate Editor for the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. He is also a Performance Consultant for both The International Society of Sports Nutrition and The Advanced Coaching Academy.In this episode we discuss:• Current role and educational background?• Athletes that you work with currently, MMA and other? • Where did you grow up?• What sport were you into as a kid?• Why did you pursue a PhD?• Do you get star struck working with such high-level athletes?• How important is sleep in the athlete recovery process? And if so, do the fighters take it seriously?• Do any of your athletes have sleep disorders and how do you help treat them?• Do you use any technologies to measure sleep?• Do you schedule training activities considering circadian biology?• Do you try to phase advance fighters for the main card?• What do you advocate for the week of a fight when they are weight cutting and have media obligations?• What do you typically focus on in camp, strength, skill, aerobic or anaerobic conditioning? Follow or contact Corey Peacock Performance and Physiology https://peacockperformance.comInstagram: drcpeacockTwitter @DrCPeacock Contact me at Dr Ian Dunican iandunican@sleep4performance.com.au www.sleep4performance.com.au

Dr David Cunnington talks with Ian Dunican from Sleep4Performance about the role of sleep in sports performance. Ian works with elite athletes and sporting teams on optimising their sleep to aid performance and recovery and is completing a PhD on the subject of sleep and performance in elite athletes.

Tim Smithies recently completed his BSc (Hons) at the University of Western Australia. Supervised by Dr. Ian Dunican, Dr. Jennifer Walsh and Prof. Peter Eastwood, his honours project was with the former Super Rugby team (and most travelled professional sporting team in the world) the Western Force, and aimed to assess how long distance international travel affects the sleep of Super Rugby players. Furthermore, the project assessed how this travel can affect the team's game performance. Tim also plays premier grade cricket in Perth, and is travelling to the U.K. this year to play cricket. You can contact Tim at tidasmi@gmail.com and obtain a copy of his thesis via email. And as always contact Sleep4Performance at  iandunican@sleeep4performance.com.au www.sleep4performance.com.au twitter @sleep4perform Enjoy Dr Ian C Dunican 

In Season 2 Episode 10, Dr. Bubbs interviews Dr. Ian Dunican PhD to talk about the use of caffeine in pro sport and how it impacts sleep duration and efficiency. Ian shares his insights on caffeine use and habits of athletes, how caffeine use impacts sleep on game days, the fact many athletes are unaware of the amount of caffeine they consume overall, as well as his research on jet lag and sleep disorders in athletes. Terrific insights and actionable tips from Dr. Dunican! Check out www.drbubbs.com/podcast for more expert interviews.

This week the team look into how to manage court time, starters, substitutions and give some advice on how to keep the relationship strong with parents and players. For the second half of the podcast Ian Dunican speaks about all things sleep, how to get it, what happens when you don’t, and how to live a healthy lifestyle with it! New segment also features, The Split, The Kick & The Extra.

Ian Dunican is a sleep expert who has worked across a number of industries including mining, heavy industry and obviously high performance sport. Ian is well renowned for his work at ex Super Rugby franchise, Western Force using biomathematical modelling to maximise performance during increased fixture congestion and long haul travel. Ian provided me with a sleep schedule for my recent trip to Australia using the model which he spoke about and so far so good. Enjoy! In this episode, you will learn - Who is Ian Dunican (background, education and current role) Cultural issues re sleep education 'buy in' Sleep banking Biomathematical models SAFTE FAIDS Use of caffeine Hampering recovery Worth the investment Sleep disorders 2 most influential books A Man's Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl Rise of Theodore Roosevelt - Edmund Morris Ian can be found on Twitter @sleep4perform This episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast is sponsored by Vald Performance, the team behind the NordBord and the new Groinbar, a hip and groin strength measuring solution. They can be found at valdperformance.com and you can get more information on the groin bar at groinbar.com and on Twitter @groinbar. This episode is sponsored by Fatigue Science. Fatigue Science combine wearable technology with biomathematical science developed by the US Army to offer fantastic insights into sleep and cognitive fatigue. This episode is also sponsored by Forcedecks. If you want to know more about ForceDecks, listen to episode #139 of the Pacey Performance Podcast with co-founder, Dr. Daniel Cohen. Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following on Twitter @strengthofsci or visiting strengthofscience.com. Enjoy PP

Ian Dunican has 20 yrs international professional experience in Health, Safety and Business Improvement in military, mining, rail, oil & gas, utilities. He is the Director of Melius Consulting/Sleep4Performance and a researcher with the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he works with elite sporting organisations/athletes to optimise performance with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and professional teams in Super Rugby, Australian Rules Football, Basketball and Martial Arts. He regularly contributes to articles within the popular media and has been featured on the health report on ABC radio, numerous podcasts and has appeared on ABC television, Channel 7, Channel 10 and Channel 9 in Australia. He has authored and co-authored a number of scientific articles and technical reports and is a regular reviewer for scientific peer reviewed journals. He was a TEDxPerth 2017 speaker.

Ian Dunican is currently undertaking PhD research at University of Western Australia (UWA) and Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) investigating, among other things, the impact of evening use of electronic devices on sleep and next day athletic performance, the effects of jet lag and transmeridian travel on athletic performance, and the prevalence of sleeping disorders amongst professional Rugby players. Links and Resources in this Episode https://sleep4performance.com.au/ Sleep4Performance Blog Sleep4Performance Facebook Sleep4Perform Twitter http://buddhify.com/ Mindfulness App Head Space App  

In this episode we introduce myself (the host) Ian Dunican and the podcast Sleep4Performance. Host Bio Ian Dunican (MineEng, MBA,GCASSc,BA) has twenty years international professional experience in Project Management, Health and Safety and Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS) in military, mining, oil and gas. He is the Director of Sleep4Performance, an expert consultancy for FRMS and operations, and a researcher at the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he works with elite sporting organisations for optimisation of performance and recovery. He is currently the adviser to the Western Force and has worked with combat sports at the Australian Institute of Sport and the Perth Wildcats. Ian has led and guided the improvement of FRMS in a range of diverse mining locations including Mozambique, Canada, USA, Australia and Mongolia, in his role as the Global Principal Adviser for Rio Tinto for Fatigue/Human Performance. His consultancy organisation, Sleep4Performance, is focused on supporting predominantly WA mining companies in the effective and safe management of shifts and rosters. Clients include South 32, Karara Mining, Peabody and BroadSpectrum. He is the founding Chair and previously, from 2012-2015 the Co-Chair Special Interest Group (SIG) Occupational, Health, Safety & Performance, of the Australasian Sleep Association (ASA). He is a regular invited reviewer for peer reviewed scientific journals, and a regular keynote, invited speaker and chair at universities and international conferences in mining, oil and gas. Conferences include the International Council of Minerals and Metals (ICMM), Australian Journal of Mining and the Sleep Down Under, Australasian Sleep Association. He has made numerous media appearances on radio, television, podcasts, papers and magazines such as Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Channel 9 and 7, Financial Review in relation to shiftwork, fatigue and optimisation of recovery for elite athlete Goals of this Podcast are to  Educate our listeners about sleep science and the benefits to recovery and performance. Expand my own knowledge and this who listen (point 1) Entertain our listeners to the cool and fun aspects of sleep science and how different people and organisations optimise sleep. Upcoming guest Elite level athletes including Rugby, Basketball, MMA, Judo Coaches and managers Physiologist, scientist, strength coaches, nutritionist etc. Researchers, laboratory and applied. Leaders of industry from mining, oil, gas, rail and transportation. Medical aspects of sleep with sleep disorder physicians and specialists. Frequency I am really excited about doing the podcast and meeting all these great people. As I confirm guests, I will let you know so you can keep an eye out for the release of these. You can also sign up to the newsletter from sleep4performance released every month, 2 week spacing. Regular posts on twitter and every 2-3 days on Facebook. I hope you enjoy the upcoming shows. Ian Dunican  Email: iandunican@sleep4performance.com.au Website: www.sleep4performance.com.au Twitter: @sleep4perform Facebook: Sleep4Performance page 

I'm about to wrap up the year and I couldn't do it without giving a bit of history to how and why the podcast started, what it's been like and where it's heading. Tune in to hear about the Top 5 most downloaded episodes and two honorable mentions because they got so close to the Top 5. If you're a fan of Sarah Campbell, Evelyn Carbsane, Danny Lennon, Shon Christy, Dr. Karl Nadolsky, Leigh Peele, Ian Dunican, Dr. Garth Davis or Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, check this episode out to hear how their shows stacked up. This has been an amazing year for the show and I'm coming up on 52 weeks before we know it. To learn more about your host, please visit www.jasonleenaarts.com Download, subscribe, share with your friends and please take a moment to leave an iTunes review. 

Ian Dunican joins me this week to discuss his work with Sleep4Performance. After hearing his excellent interview with Danny Lennon (Sigma Nutrition Podcast) several weeks ago, I knew I had to bring him on to discuss how much sleep can affect the general population. Ian takes his wealth of experience as a sleep researcher and director of Sleep4Performance and shines a much needed light on how sleep and the lack thereof can be affecting performance in life, work and training. We cover sleep habits, sleep etiquette, sleep aids and more. Also, make sure you connect with Ian directly to get his free ebook offered to all who tune in to the show. For more information about Ian, please visit his Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sleep4perform To learn more about your host, please visit www.jasonleenaarts.com Download, subscribe, share and tell your friends. If you have a moment, please leave us a iTunes review to let us know how you like the show. 

Episode 145: Sleep & performance researcher Ian Dunican of the Australian Institute of Sport, discusses some of his work examining the effects of sleep, circadian disruption, training timing and travel schedules on the performance and recovery of elite level athletes.  Ian Dunican is currently undertaking PhD research at University of Western Australia (UWA) and Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) investigating, among other things, the impact of evening use of electronic devices on sleep and next day athletic performance, the effects of jet lag and transmeridian travel on athletic performance, and the prevalence of sleeping disorders amongst professional Rugby players.  In this episode we discuss: What does the evidence base tell us about poor sleep and the impact for athletes? Athlete sleep patterns Work examining the effects of travel schedules on sleep and performance Fatigue Avoidance Scheduling Tool Training timing & schedules effect on performance and sleep Amateur athletes  sleep and circadian rhythm distruption due to shift work Is pre-training caffeine contraindicated for PM sessions? The effect of using electronic devices by elite athletes before sleep Future directions for research in this area

What's the role of sleep in optimising sporting performance? What are some strategies around sleep athletes can put in to place? How can athletes reduce the impact of poor sleep and travel? To discuss these questions, Moira and David are joined by Ian Dunican from Sleep4Performance and Sarah Wall from NETFIT Netball.  Audio Timeline: 00:00 - 01:27 Introduction 01:27 - 04:46 What's in the news about sleep? 04:46 - 06:58 Theme introduction: Sleep and sport 06:58 - 23:41 Guest interview: Ian Dunican - Sleep and sporting performance 23:41 - 35:39 Guest interview: Sarah Wall - What else can athletes do to optimise performance? 35:39 - 36:06 Where to find our guests online 36:06 - 37:22 Clinical tip of the month - Don't try too hard to sleep 37:22 - 38:28 Pick of the month: Moira - Strategies for sleep for athletes 38:28 - 40:56 Pick of the month: David - Online CBT for insomnia & depression symptoms 40:56 - 42:41 What's coming up in sleep? Next month - Living with narcolepsy Links mentioned: World Sleep Day Wearable technologies for sleep monitoring and health - Webinar Is snoring bad for you? Helping your kids to get to sleep at bedtime - Essential Baby Should you hit snooze? Fatigue Avoidance Scheduling Tool (FAST) - Fatiguescience Sleep diary template Managing sleep and jet lag - E-book Dreamcatchers Wellbeing Academies Ian Dunican on Twitter Ian Dunican  Facebook Sleep4Performance website NETFIT Netball on Instagram NETFIT Netball website Dreamcatchers wellbeing academies Strategies for sleep for athletes - Australian Institute of Sport Online CBT for insomnia and depression symptoms - Research paper SHUTi - online CBT program Golden Door Health Retreat

Ian Dunican joins us today to talk about one of his favorite subjects (other than jiu-jitsu and ultra running), which is sleep.  He's currently working on a PhD at the University of Western Australia (UWA) focused on the question, "Can you use sleep as a performance enhancer?" Starting off in the Irish Army as an infantryman, after five years he left the military and moved into personal training, eventually following his wife to Western Australia where he settled down and ended up working for the mining industry as a Human Performance and Health & Safety project manager.  He has a Master's Degree in Mining Engineering, an MBA, and a Graduate Certificate in Adult Sleep Science from UWA. A well traveled man, Ian has lots of experience and education about sleep on this podcast, from the basics of sleep hygiene to how much sleep you need as an athlete to the difference between chronotypes such as larks and owls, how to beat jetlag and the best way to adjust to sleeping at altitude.  Ian discusses the best times to schedule meetings and make decisions, the worst times to quit, and everything in between.  A finisher of the Leadville Trail 100 (in 2013) and a BJJ blue belt, Ian backs up his academic knowledge with a lifetime of practical application with elite athletes, the military, and the corporate world.  If you'd like to connect with Ian he's @sleep4perform on Twitter or @sleep4perform on Facebook, or you can grab his email at the end of the show. Enjoy!