STAN PFHP M2U1 Video Set V1 Francesco Dandekar (1)

Introduction

• Focus on physiological ways to enhance performance

• Importance of sleep, exercise, and nutrition in achieving potential

Key Concepts

• Performance is contextual and dependent on bodily well-being

• Skills and mindset are important but not sufficient without physical health

Expert Insights

• Several experts will discuss aspects of performance:

  • Dr. Douglas Nordsee: Exercise and its role in enhancing performance

  • Dr. Miriam Makowski: Nutrition's impact on peak performance

  • Dr. Scott Kutcher: Sleep's effect on performance, especially for athletes

Physiological Influences on Performance

• Lack of sleep negatively affects performance for all individuals

  • Sleep deprivation universally hinders performance

• Poor nutrition (e.g., unhealthy eating) limits potential performance

  • There's no need for extreme health habits to see improvement

Objectives

• Understand how to support bodily functions to enhance performance

• Focus on concepts that help improve feeling and performing better

Reflection

• Reflect on personal lifestyle regarding exercise, nutrition, and sleep

• Approach the assessment with curiosity, not self-criticism

• Identify possible modifications to improve performance through these factors