Science & Soul with Dr. Kristen Holmes is your guide to personal transformation- where cutting-edge performance science meets the depth of the human spirit. Through powerful expertise and insights, Dr. Kristen reveals how you can reclaim agency over your life, align with your values and purpose, and unlock your full potential.
For anyone feeling stuck - Dr Kristen Holmes invites you to understand how to flourish in today's complex world.
Dr Kristen Holmes is the Global Head Human Performance at WHOOP, a leading human performance company. A three-time All-American athlete and two-time Big Ten Athlete of the Year in field hockey and basketball at the University of Iowa, Kristen was also a seven-year member of the U.S. National Field Hockey Team. As a coach, she led Princeton University to 12 league titles in 13 seasons and a National Championship, making her one of the most successful coaches in Ivy League history.
Science and Soul will offer a fresh perspective on human performance- unpacking the capacity of an individual to intentionally behave at a level equal to their physical and emotional potential. This is more than a show - this is an invitation to understand how humans can flourish and thrive in a complex world. Welcome!
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/
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Science & Soul with Dr. Kristen Holmes is your guide to personal transformation- where cutting-edge performance science meets the depth of the human spirit. Through powerful expertise and insights, Dr. Kristen reveals how you can reclaim agency over your life, align with your values and purpose, and unlock your full potential.
For anyone feeling stuck - Dr Kristen Holmes invites you to understand how to flourish in today's complex world.
Dr Kristen Holmes is the Global Head Human Performance at WHOOP, a leading human performance company. A three-time All-American athlete and two-time Big Ten Athlete of the Year in field hockey and basketball at the University of Iowa, Kristen was also a seven-year member of the U.S. National Field Hockey Team. As a coach, she led Princeton University to 12 league titles in 13 seasons and a National Championship, making her one of the most successful coaches in Ivy League history.
Science and Soul will offer a fresh perspective on human performance- unpacking the capacity of an individual to intentionally behave at a level equal to their physical and emotional potential. This is more than a show - this is an invitation to understand how humans can flourish and thrive in a complex world. Welcome!
Instagram: @scienceandsoul & @drkristenholmes
TikTok: @scienceandsoulpod
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/
Why Heat Improves Mental Health! How Sauna Can Help Fight Alzheimer’s!
Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes
46 minutes
4 months ago
Why Heat Improves Mental Health! How Sauna Can Help Fight Alzheimer’s!
Looking to boost your heart health, enhance cognitive function, and recover faster after workouts? In this essential episode, Dr. Kristen Holmes shares how sauna is the key to unlock all these benefits. Discover how to create a sauna practice for maximum health gains, the surprising connection between sauna use and longevity, and whether dry or infrared sauna is the best choice for your wellness goals.
(00:00) Intro
(01:01) Proven Health Benefits of Sauna
(04:09) Sauna Benefits for Muscle Recovery After Workouts
(07:13) Dry Sauna vs. Infrared Sauna: Key Differences
(09:01) Top Health Benefits of Dry Sauna
(11:14) Top Health Benefits of Infrared Sauna
(14:38) Choosing the Right Sauna For You
(16:42) How to Prepare and Stay Hydrated for the Sauna
(19:46) Ideal Sauna Frequency and Duration for Maximum Benefits
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(26:34) How Sauna Helps Your Body
(27:01) Muscle Tension Relief and Relaxation with Sauna
(28:14) How Sauna Improves Blood Circulation
(29:33) Pain Relief and Recovery with Sauna Use
(31:57) Contrast Therapy: Combining Sauna and Cold Exposure
(34:48) How to Use Contrast Therapy for Optimal Results
(39:20) Essential Sauna Safety Guidelines and Precautions
(42:01) Final Thoughts on Sauna
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Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes
Science & Soul with Dr. Kristen Holmes is your guide to personal transformation- where cutting-edge performance science meets the depth of the human spirit. Through powerful expertise and insights, Dr. Kristen reveals how you can reclaim agency over your life, align with your values and purpose, and unlock your full potential.
For anyone feeling stuck - Dr Kristen Holmes invites you to understand how to flourish in today's complex world.
Dr Kristen Holmes is the Global Head Human Performance at WHOOP, a leading human performance company. A three-time All-American athlete and two-time Big Ten Athlete of the Year in field hockey and basketball at the University of Iowa, Kristen was also a seven-year member of the U.S. National Field Hockey Team. As a coach, she led Princeton University to 12 league titles in 13 seasons and a National Championship, making her one of the most successful coaches in Ivy League history.
Science and Soul will offer a fresh perspective on human performance- unpacking the capacity of an individual to intentionally behave at a level equal to their physical and emotional potential. This is more than a show - this is an invitation to understand how humans can flourish and thrive in a complex world. Welcome!
Instagram: @scienceandsoul & @drkristenholmes
TikTok: @scienceandsoulpod
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/
