Holmes offers research-backed insights into how you can live smarter and perform better amid the challenges of modern life

In the latest episode of Athletech News’ Unscripted podcast, Kristen Holmes, global head of human performance and principal scientist at health and wellness wearable Whoop, joins co-hosts Edward Hertzman and Eric Malzone to discuss the latest research in human performance, with an eye toward how you can use these insights to live better.  

Holmes, Hertzman and Malzone dive deep into the art and science of performing your best, including leveraging data to guide you along the way. Watch this episode of Unscripted for unfiltered takes on the following:

  • Optimizing your lifestyle to work with your body’s biology, not against it
  • How to train for peak performance and longevity
  • When to push through stress, and when to dial it back

Key Talking Points:

  • (0:00 – 8:03) Introductions 
  • (8:03 – 16:07) The importance of mental health and circadian rhythms
  • (16:07 – 24:12) Navigating the challenges of modern life
  • (24:12 – 30:42) Understanding stress: adaptive vs maladaptive
  • (30:42 – 40:07) Tracking metrics for longevity
  • (40:07 – 44:24) The role of lifestyle in performance
  • (44:24 – 47:40) Research opportunities and future directions
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