The Doze Podcast is where we challenge sleep myths, share real-world strategies, and help you build a stronger, healthier relationship with sleep—one empowering conversation at a time.
The Doze Podcast serves as a dedicated space to wake you up to the importance of sleeping well. This is more than a conversation, it is a movement to shift from awareness to action. Here, you will find trusted guidance on what works, what does not, and be guided on a personalized journey to meet your unique sleep needs.
Join us every Wednesday for the short and sweet on what you need to know to transform your sleep—and your life.
Meet the Host:
Hi, I’m your host, Soda Kuczkowski—sleep enthusiast, sleep health educator, and trusted certified sleep coach here to help you optimize your day so you can take back your night. With over 19 years of experience in sleep medicine, health, and coaching, I’ve consulted with thousands of individuals and trained health professionals around the world to raise awareness and take action on the importance of sleep.
I am the founder of START WITH SLEEP, LLC, a New York-based, community-centered organization recognized for advancing sleep health through education, advocacy, and customized wellness programs. I also own The Doze, a one-of-a-kind retail boutique offering a curated selection of sleep-enhancing tools and individualized support—empowering both individuals and organizations to make sleep a cornerstone of health, performance, and overall well-being. On The Doze Podcast, I bring together my background and real-world experience to simplify the science of sleep into action.
Get your weekly DOZE—a quick hit of insight and inspiration to help you sleep more soundly and show up more fully, every single day.
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Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes, aiming to enhance sleep health awareness and knowledge. It offers insights from various experiences but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical concerns or before starting a new health regimen. Opinions expressed are not medical guidance, and seeking professional advice should not be delayed based on podcast content. While we strive for up-to-date, accurate information, we don't guarantee its completeness and are not liable for its use. Relying on our content is at your own risk. Links provided are selected carefully, but following them is also at your own discretion.
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The Doze Podcast is where we challenge sleep myths, share real-world strategies, and help you build a stronger, healthier relationship with sleep—one empowering conversation at a time.
The Doze Podcast serves as a dedicated space to wake you up to the importance of sleeping well. This is more than a conversation, it is a movement to shift from awareness to action. Here, you will find trusted guidance on what works, what does not, and be guided on a personalized journey to meet your unique sleep needs.
Join us every Wednesday for the short and sweet on what you need to know to transform your sleep—and your life.
Meet the Host:
Hi, I’m your host, Soda Kuczkowski—sleep enthusiast, sleep health educator, and trusted certified sleep coach here to help you optimize your day so you can take back your night. With over 19 years of experience in sleep medicine, health, and coaching, I’ve consulted with thousands of individuals and trained health professionals around the world to raise awareness and take action on the importance of sleep.
I am the founder of START WITH SLEEP, LLC, a New York-based, community-centered organization recognized for advancing sleep health through education, advocacy, and customized wellness programs. I also own The Doze, a one-of-a-kind retail boutique offering a curated selection of sleep-enhancing tools and individualized support—empowering both individuals and organizations to make sleep a cornerstone of health, performance, and overall well-being. On The Doze Podcast, I bring together my background and real-world experience to simplify the science of sleep into action.
Get your weekly DOZE—a quick hit of insight and inspiration to help you sleep more soundly and show up more fully, every single day.
Website: http://www.thedoze.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoze.co/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedozeco
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedozeco
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedoze.co
The Doze is a START WITH SLEEP, LLC company.
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes, aiming to enhance sleep health awareness and knowledge. It offers insights from various experiences but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical concerns or before starting a new health regimen. Opinions expressed are not medical guidance, and seeking professional advice should not be delayed based on podcast content. While we strive for up-to-date, accurate information, we don't guarantee its completeness and are not liable for its use. Relying on our content is at your own risk. Links provided are selected carefully, but following them is also at your own discretion.
Heart Rate Variability & Sleep - The Missing Metric in Your Recovery Routine
The Doze Podcast
13 minutes
2 months ago
Heart Rate Variability & Sleep - The Missing Metric in Your Recovery Routine
Ep. 86 What if your heartbeat held the secret to unlocking deeper, more restorative sleep and ultimately, better recovery?
This week on The Doze Podcast, certified sleep coach Soda Kuczkowski reveals how Heart Rate Variability (HRV) acts as your body’s built-in recovery score, quietly signalling how well you’re truly healing each night.
Join Soda as she decodes this powerful yet often overlooked metric, showing you how to listen to your nervous system’s signals and how to transform your sleep routine for resilience, energy, and stress relief. Discover practical tools like weighted blankets, nasal breathing hacks, and sound therapy that don’t just improve your sleep — they elevate your entire well-being. If you’ve ever wondered how to measure the quality of your rest beyond hours in bed, this episode is your ultimate guide to reading your body’s signals and optimizing recovery like a pro.
Key Takeaways:
HRV is your body’s secret language — a biofeedback metric that reveals how well your nervous system balances stress and recovery.
Track trends, not just numbers — wearable tech like Oura and Whoop provide insights that guide smarter health choices over time.
Optimize your sleep environment — total darkness, air quality, binaural beats, and weighted blankets can all boost HRV and restorative rest.
Nasal breathing & chronotype alignment — small habits like mouth taping and aligning sleep with your natural body clock improve recovery metrics.
HRV empowers decision-making — use it to know when to push hard and when to honor your body’s need to recover.
Resource List:
Websites:
www.startwithsleep.com — Expert sleep programs + services
thedoze.co — Sleep products + kits
Sleep Space App | 14-Day Trial
Recommended Products:
Dream Recovery
Mute Mouth Tape
Magnesium Topical Spray
Sleep Eyemask with Baffle
Chapters:
00:00 — What Is HRV & Why It Matters for Sleep
00:32 — Heart Rate Variability Explained
02:31 — HRV: Your Body’s Recovery Report Card
03:32 — How Sleep Quality Impacts Your HRV
04:41 — Best Tools to Track Your HRV
05:42 — Sleep Hacks to Boost Your HRV
09:43 — Fresh Air = Better HRV? Optimizing Your Bedroom
11:25 — Using Your HRV Score to Master Recovery
11:45 7 Day Strategy
12:32 Conclusion
Dive into this episode to uncover how your heartbeat can become the ultimate key to unlocking better sleep, sharper recovery, and lasting wellness. Your body is talking — are you ready to listen?
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The Doze Podcast
The Doze Podcast is where we challenge sleep myths, share real-world strategies, and help you build a stronger, healthier relationship with sleep—one empowering conversation at a time.
The Doze Podcast serves as a dedicated space to wake you up to the importance of sleeping well. This is more than a conversation, it is a movement to shift from awareness to action. Here, you will find trusted guidance on what works, what does not, and be guided on a personalized journey to meet your unique sleep needs.
Join us every Wednesday for the short and sweet on what you need to know to transform your sleep—and your life.
Meet the Host:
Hi, I’m your host, Soda Kuczkowski—sleep enthusiast, sleep health educator, and trusted certified sleep coach here to help you optimize your day so you can take back your night. With over 19 years of experience in sleep medicine, health, and coaching, I’ve consulted with thousands of individuals and trained health professionals around the world to raise awareness and take action on the importance of sleep.
I am the founder of START WITH SLEEP, LLC, a New York-based, community-centered organization recognized for advancing sleep health through education, advocacy, and customized wellness programs. I also own The Doze, a one-of-a-kind retail boutique offering a curated selection of sleep-enhancing tools and individualized support—empowering both individuals and organizations to make sleep a cornerstone of health, performance, and overall well-being. On The Doze Podcast, I bring together my background and real-world experience to simplify the science of sleep into action.
Get your weekly DOZE—a quick hit of insight and inspiration to help you sleep more soundly and show up more fully, every single day.
Website: http://www.thedoze.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoze.co/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedozeco
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedozeco
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedoze.co
The Doze is a START WITH SLEEP, LLC company.
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes, aiming to enhance sleep health awareness and knowledge. It offers insights from various experiences but is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical concerns or before starting a new health regimen. Opinions expressed are not medical guidance, and seeking professional advice should not be delayed based on podcast content. While we strive for up-to-date, accurate information, we don't guarantee its completeness and are not liable for its use. Relying on our content is at your own risk. Links provided are selected carefully, but following them is also at your own discretion.
