6 episodes

Welcome to the Science of Optimal Human Performance, my NEW podcast where I will teach you how to

• Become a Fat Burning Machine
• Optimize your Brain
• and Live Longer!

We will go over topics such as
• Fasting
• Strength Training
• Biohacking
• Sleep Optimization
• And much more...

so you can reach YOUR FULL human potential, in the shortest possible time.

I am your host, Dr. Michael Van, welcome to my new show!

P.S.
Are you STILL looking to burn fat quickly, and look AMAZING?

Then you should get my FREE eBook on Intermittent Fasting:
get it on my website, www.drmichaelvan.com

The Science of Optimal Human Performance, with Dr. Michael Van Dr. Michael Van

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 2 Ratings

Welcome to the Science of Optimal Human Performance, my NEW podcast where I will teach you how to

• Become a Fat Burning Machine
• Optimize your Brain
• and Live Longer!

We will go over topics such as
• Fasting
• Strength Training
• Biohacking
• Sleep Optimization
• And much more...

so you can reach YOUR FULL human potential, in the shortest possible time.

I am your host, Dr. Michael Van, welcome to my new show!

P.S.
Are you STILL looking to burn fat quickly, and look AMAZING?

Then you should get my FREE eBook on Intermittent Fasting:
get it on my website, www.drmichaelvan.com

    Ep.006 - The Truth About SLEEP HACKS: 10 Ways To Biohack Your Sleep For Optimal Energy

    Ep.006 - The Truth About SLEEP HACKS: 10 Ways To Biohack Your Sleep For Optimal Energy

    The Truth About Sleep Hacks: 10 Ways To Biohack Your Sleep For Optimal Energy (Deep Sleep Optimization, Part 5)

    If you're able to get enough sleep but don't feel refreshed in the morning (maybe you're feeling groggy, tired or flat out sleep deprived) today we are going to dive into the #biohacks you can use to take your deep #sleep to the next level.

    https://www.drmichaelvan.com



    After having covered the basic aspects of how to optimize your circadian rhythm and environment, how to diminish EMF exposure, and supplements scientifically proven to aid in sleep, in today's article we are going to dive into ADDITIONAL tips and strategies to take you from a good sleeper to a truly optimized sleeper.



    And specifically, in this new article we are going to go over:



    • Binaural Beats And Nature Sounds 

    • Hot-Cold Alteration Therapy

    • Red Light Filters For iPhones

    • Gravity Blankets

    • Food Tricks

    • Meditation

    • Controlled Breathing

    • Mouth Tape

    • Sleep Trackers

    • Advanced Sleep Biohacks





    Check out my NEW episode now and learn my TOP 10 SLEEP BIOHACKS that will allow you to sleep better, longer, fall asleep faster and finally get the perfect, deep restorative sleep that you deserve.



    In this complete series I'll also teach you everything I know on how to sleep better, how to sleep smarter, my top secrets to better sleep and all the newest research on how to improve the quality of your sleep, straight from science.



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    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE:

    http://bit.ly/deep-sleep-part5

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    #sleephacks #sleepmusic #sleeping #sleepsounds #sleepingmusic #sleepingproblems #binauralbeats #binauralaudio #binaural #binauralmusic #binauralsounds #weightedblanket #meditation #meditationforsleep #meditationforbeginners #sleeptraining

    #circadianrhythm #bodyclock #sleepcycle #sleep #sleeping #sleeping_problem #sleepaid #sleepbetter #sleepdisorder #sleepingdisorder #sleepdeprivation #sleepproblems #sleepbetter #deepsleep #sleepoptimization #sleephacks #sleephelp #insomnia #insomniatreatment #insomniacure #insomniaremedies #insomniasymptom #longevity #optimalhumanperformance #drmichaelvan #huntingtonbeach #chiropractic



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    Achieving Optimal Mental & Physical Performance Doesn’t Have to Be Hard:

    these strategies and mistakes to avoid that I share in my videos won’t just

    • increase the success of your fasting lifestyle

    • make you lose fat

    • make you look great

    • have healthy lean body mass



    (those are all great things don’t get me wrong), but they all have to do with making you as healthy as possible so you can achieve optimal human performance.



    That is my goal: To get you as healthy as possible and for you to reach your true human potential.



    Period.



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    IS YOUR SLEEP ALREADY OPTIMIZED?

    THEN YOU'RE READY FOR THE NEXT STEP:



    LEARN HOW TO TO BURN FAT QUICKLY AND FINALLY LOOK AMAZING.



    CLICK HERE TO GET MY BESTSELLING BOOK ON FASTING,

    AND LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN THIS SUMMER!



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    • 20 min
    Ep.005 - The 8 Best Sleep Supplements That ACTUALLY Work: L-Theanine, Melatonin, Tryptophan And More...

    Ep.005 - The 8 Best Sleep Supplements That ACTUALLY Work: L-Theanine, Melatonin, Tryptophan And More...

    Ready to dive into the BEST SUPPLEMENTS you can use to take your sleep to the next level?

    https://www.drmichaelvan.com

    Now that we have covered the basic aspects of how to optimize your circadian rhythm, your sleep environment, and how to diminish EMF exposure as much as possible for restorative deep sleep, we are going to dive into the top supplements you can use to take your deep sleep to a new level.



    Remember, start with the basics first (you can find part 1 through 3 of the sleep optimization series in my Blog and YouTube channel) before moving on to these strategies. Those set the foundation.



    Now...



    The supplements we are going to go over in this article are additional tips and strategies to take you from an already good sleeper to a truly OPTIMIZED sleeper.



    And in this video, we are going to go over the following 8 supplements, plus MY OWN STRATEGIES, what I personally do (and the supplements I take) before sleep, to ensure a great night's sleep.



    Here are a few of my top sleep supplements:



    • Magnesium

    • L-Theanine

    • Melatonin

    • Tryptophan

    • and more...



    Check out my NEW episode now and learn how to use the TOP 8 SLEEP SUPPLEMENTS that will allow you to sleep better, longer, fall asleep faster and finally get the perfect, deep restorative sleep that you deserve.



    In this complete series I'll also teach you everything I know on how to sleep better, how to sleep smarter, my top secrets to better sleep and all the newest research on how to improve the quality of your sleep, straight from science.



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    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE AND VIDEO:

    http://bit.ly/deep-sleep-part4

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    #supplements #supplementreview #supplementsthatwork #supplementsnotworth #supplementsneverbuy #circadianrhythm #bodyclock #sleepcycle #sleep #sleeping #sleeping_problem #sleepaid #sleepbetter #sleepdisorder #sleepingdisorder #sleepdeprivation #sleepproblems #sleepbetter #deepsleep #sleepoptimization #sleephacks #sleephelp #insomnia #insomniatreatment #insomniacure #insomniaremedies #insomniasymptom #longevity #optimalhumanperformance #drmichaelvan #huntingtonbeach #chiropractic



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    Achieving Optimal Mental & Physical Performance Doesn’t Have to Be Hard:



    these strategies and mistakes to avoid that I share in my videos won’t just



    • increase the success of your fasting lifestyle

    • make you lose fat

    • make you look great

    • have healthy lean body mass



    (those are all great things don’t get me wrong), but they all have to do with making you as healthy as possible so you can achieve optimal human performance.



    That is my goal: To get you as healthy as possible and for you to reach your true human potential.



    Period.



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    IS YOUR SLEEP ALREADY OPTIMIZED?

    WANT TO BURN FAT QUICKLY AND FINALLY LOOK AMAZING?

    CLICK HERE TO GET MY BESTSELLING BOOK ON FASTING, AND LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN THIS SUMMER:



    http://bit.ly/scientific-approach-if

    • 21 min
    Ep.004 - How To Sleep Longer And Fall Asleep Faster By Improving Your Home Environment

    Ep.004 - How To Sleep Longer And Fall Asleep Faster By Improving Your Home Environment

    How To Sleep Longer And Fall Asleep Faster By Improving Your Home Environment - Deep Sleep Optimization, Part 3 [2019]

    https://www.drmichaelvan.com



    In this episode you will learn how to optimize your sleep environment and ramp up your deep sleep:

    this will ensure your body is able to regenerate, recover, and repair damage in the most efficient way as possible, giving you AMAZING energy during the day.



    Are YOU feeling sleep deprived? Tired in the morning, instead of refreshed?

    Are you not getting the deep, restorative sleep that you CRAVE?



    The topics we are going to explore in this NEW episode include:



    • How To Optimize Your Body Temperature

    • Which Substances May Interrupt Your Deep Sleep (And When To Avoid Them)

    • How To Time Your Exercise For Perfect Sleep

    • How To Improve The Air Quality In Your Bedroom



    There are some additional steps you can incorporate into your lifestyle to optimize your sleep environment and ramp up your deep sleep, besides taking the vital steps to optimize your circadian rhythm and reduce EMF exposure to get quality deep sleep.



    This will ensure your body is able to regenerate, recover, and repair damage in the most efficient way as possible.



    Check out my NEW episode now and learn how to improve your sleep environment or bedroom environment for good sleep, this will allow you to sleep longer, fall asleep faster, ensure your sleep hygiene is well maintained and how to improve sleep quality to get the perfect, deep restorative sleep that you deserve.



    In this series I'll also teach you how to sleep better, how to sleep smarter, my top secrets to better sleep and all the newest research on how to improve the quality of your sleep, straight from science.



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    CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE: http://bit.ly/deep-sleep-part3

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    #circadianrhythm #bodyclock #sleepcycle #sleep #sleeping #sleepproblems #sleepbetter #deepsleep #sleepoptimization #sleephacks #insomnia #insomniatreatment #longevity #optimalhumanperformance #drmichaelvan #huntingtonbeach #chiropractic



    ••••



    Achieving Optimal Mental & Physical Performance Doesn’t Have to Be Hard:



    these strategies and mistakes to avoid that I share in my videos won’t just

    • increase the success of your fasting lifestyle

    • make you lose fat

    • make you look great

    • have healthy lean body mass



    (those are all great things don’t get me wrong), but they all have to do with making you as healthy as possible so you can achieve optimal human performance.



    That is my goal: To get you as healthy as possible and for you to reach your true human potential.



    Period.



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    WANT TO BURN FAT QUICKLY AND LOOK AMAZING?

    CLICK HERE TO GET MY BESTSELLING BOOK ON FASTING:

    http://bit.ly/scientific-approach-if

    • 15 min
    Ep.003 - 5 Ways To Reduce EMF Exposure at Night

    Ep.003 - 5 Ways To Reduce EMF Exposure at Night

    5 Ways To Reduce Electromagnetic Exposure at Night, To Sleep Better And Have More Energy

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    How To Diminish Electromagnetic Pollution To Get More Deep Sleep?

    In this new episode we will discuss:

    - WHAT IS EMF?

    - WHY IS EMF IMPORTANT AND HOW DOES IT RELATE TO SLEEP?

    - 5 WAYS TO REDUCE EMF EXPOSURE



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    LINK TO FULL ARTICLE: http://bit.ly/deep-sleep-part2

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    Today we are going to talk about how to reduce EMF exposure at night, and diminish #electromagnetic #pollution to get more deep sleep.



    This will mitigate the dangers of EMF exposure, allowing your body to get into a state of deep relaxation.



    But what is EMF exactly?



    #EMF’s stand for electromagnetic fields and are defined by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences as INVISIBLE areas of #energy, often referred to as #radiation, that are associated with the use of electrical power.



    Devices that continuously emit EMF radiation at levels that damage your mitochondria include your #cellphone, cellphone towers, #Wi-Fi routers and modems, baby monitors and #devices of all kinds, including smart meters and smart appliances.



    Listen to my NEW episode now and learn how to reduce EMF exposure at night, ensure a solid protection from EMF exposure and how to diminish electromagnetic pollution in your home to get the perfect deep sleep that you deserve.



    In this series I'll also teach you how to sleep better, how to sleep smarter, my top secrets to better sleep and all the newest research on how to improve the quality of your sleep, in general.



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    LINK TO FULL ARTICLE: http://bit.ly/deep-sleep-part2

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    #circadianrhythm #bodyclock #sleepcycle #sleep #sleeping #sleepbetter #deepsleep #sleepoptimization #sleephacks #longevity #optimalhumanperformance #drmichaelvan #huntingtonbeach #chiropractic

    #emf #emfprotection #electromagnetism #radiation #radiationdetector



    ••••



    Achieving Optimal Mental & Physical Performance Doesn’t Have to Be Hard:



    these strategies and mistakes to avoid that I share in my videos won’t just



    • increase the success of your fasting lifestyle



    • make you lose fat



    • make you look great



    • have healthy lean body mass



    (those are all great things don’t get me wrong), but they all have to do with making you as healthy as possible so you can achieve optimal human performance.



    That is my goal: To get you as healthy as possible and for you to reach your true human potential.



    Period.



    ••••



    WANT TO LOSE FAT AND LOOK AMAZING?

    GET MY BESTSELLING BOOK ON FASTING HERE:

    http://bit.ly/scientific-approach-if

    • 12 min
    Ep.002 - 4 Easy Steps to Optimize and Reset Your Circadian Rhythm Naturally (Deep Sleep Optimization, Part 1)

    Ep.002 - 4 Easy Steps to Optimize and Reset Your Circadian Rhythm Naturally (Deep Sleep Optimization, Part 1)

    Learn These 4 Easy Steps On How To Reboot Your Sleep Cycle, And Develop The Most Important Skills To Take FULL CONTROL Of Your Health, And Daily Energy Output.

    (Plus 4 Quick Strategies To Limit Blue Light Exposure Before Bed)...

    Having a broken internal #sleep clock can ruin your day to day activities,

    so today I want to teach you how to reset your #circadian #rhythm naturally:

    why?

    Because learning how to reboot your sleep cycle is one of the most important skills you can develop to TAKE FULL CONTROL of your #health, and #energy output.

    By now, you know that deep sleep is VITAL for #growth hormone secretion, flushing out #toxins in your brain, and REPAIRING #DNA damage.

    Like I mentioned in my last video, my Oura ring has read off horrific deep sleep scores, and knowing just how important deep sleep seems to be, I’ve been on a constant exploration to find ways to optimize this phase of restorative sleep.

    Now that we know WHY deep sleep is so important, how then can we go about OPTIMIZING this phase of our sleep?

    Well, there are a ton of strategies and it can get pretty complex.

    Complexity is the thief of productivity, so we are going to break this topic down into 4 EASY STEPS...

    The first thing we need to do in order to optimize your deep sleep is we need to learn how to reset your circadian rhythm, in order to OPTIMIZE it.

    Watch my NEW video now and learn how to reset your circadian rhythm naturally and how to fix your broken internal sleep clock;

    In this series I'll also teach you how to sleep better, how to sleep smarter, my top secrets to better sleep and all the newest research on how to improve the quality of your sleep, in general.

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    LINK TO FULL ARTICLE: http://bit.ly/deep-sleep-part1

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    #circadianrhythm #bodyclock #sleepcycle #sleep #sleeping #sleepbetter #deepsleep #sleepoptimization #sleephacks #longevity #optimalhumanperformance #drmichaelvan #huntingtonbeach #chiropractic

    ••••

    Achieving Optimal Mental & Physical Performance Doesn’t Have to Be Hard:

    these strategies and mistakes to avoid that I share in my videos won’t just

    • increase the success of your fasting lifestyle

    • make you lose fat

    • make you look great

    • have healthy lean body mass

    (those are all great things don’t get me wrong), but they all have to do with making you as healthy as possible so you can achieve optimal human performance.

    That is my goal: To get you as healthy as possible and for you to reach your true human potential.

    Period.

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    WANT TO BURN FAT QUICKLY AND FINALLY LOOK AMAZING?

    CLICK HERE TO GET MY BESTSELLING BOOK ON FASTING,

    AND LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN THIS SUMMER!

    http://bit.ly/scientific-approach-if

    • 14 min
    Ep.001 - The Importance of Deep Sleep: The Science of How To Sleep Better [2019]

    Ep.001 - The Importance of Deep Sleep: The Science of How To Sleep Better [2019]

    Learn The Scientific Way On How To Improve The Quality Of Your Sleep

    https://www.drmichaelvan.com



    Today I want to talk about the importance of deep sleep:



    lets be honest, we've all heard the general recommendation on how to sleep better, that we should all get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep, to function optimally throughout the day...



    As long as you have your 8 hours of optimal sleep you're good to go...



    But the truth is, the QUANTITY of your sleep is not all that matters, in fact what is just as important is the QUALITY of your sleep.



    As a matter of fact, I happen to have an Oura ring, and the beauty of this tool is that I can track my sleep quality, all the different stages of sleep, and this allows me to learn how to sleep better, and improve my sleep routine:



    but sometimes when I wake up in the morning and I'm looking at the levels of deep restorative sleep that I get, it’s not uncommon for my readings from the night before to be ALMOST LAUGHABLE, because they are SO BAD.



    We are talking about a measly 0 to 10 minutes of deep, restorative sleep.



    As you can see most people think that they are good with their 8 hours of sleep, but the truth is, if you're finding out that you're not getting proper, deep restorative sleep, then this is going to take a toll on your body.



    This is going to have a lot of detrimental effects on your lifestyle and on how you're capable to just get by throughout the day.



    And what you are going to find out from this video is that your sleep tracking results aren't laughable at all...



    In fact, they're a symptom of an underlying problem, and they can be downright HORRIBLE!



    Unless you fix these simple things...



    You will find out that NOT getting enough high-quality sleep, especially that deep restorative sleep, has detrimental side effects that have HUGE implications to the health and function of your body.



    Watch my NEW video now and learn how to sleep better, how to sleep smarter, my top secrets to better sleep and all the newest research on how to improve the quality of your sleep...



    https://www.drmichaelvan.com



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    #sleep #sleeping #sleepbetter #deepsleep #sleepoptimization #sleephacks #longevity #optimalhumanperformance #drmichaelvan #huntingtonbeach #chiropractic



    ••••



    Achieving Optimal Mental & Physical Performance Doesn’t Have to Be Hard:

    these strategies and mistakes to avoid that I share in my videos won’t just



    • increase the success of your fasting lifestyle

    • make you lose fat

    • make you look great

    • have healthy lean body mass



    (those are all great things don’t get me wrong), but they all have to do with making you as healthy as possible so you can achieve optimal human performance.



    That is my goal: To get you as healthy as possible and for you to reach your true human potential.



    Period.



    ••••



    WANT TO BURN FAT QUICKLY AND FINALLY LOOK AMAZING?

    CLICK HERE TO GET MY BESTSELLING BOOK ON FASTING,

    AND LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN THIS SUMMER!



    http://bit.ly/scientific-approach-if

    • 9 min

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