43. Caffeine's Impact on Sleep-Deprived Athletes and San Diego 5K Race Recap

In episode 43 of 'Lifting, Running, and Living,' hosts Kelly and JK share personal updates and discuss recent travel experiences. 

JK details his recent travels and shares observations from different gyms along the way. 

The episode also features a recap of Kelly's San Diego 5K race, where she achieved a notable post-collegiate personal record. 

The main topic of discussion focuses on a study exploring how caffeine can counteract the negative effects of sleep deprivation on athletic performance, with emphasis on its impact on 10K time trials. The hosts delve into the study's methodology, findings, and implications, while also adding their own insights and considerations.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:17 Travel Updates and Gym Observations

03:58 Misguided Gym Advice

11:50 Bone Density and DEXA Scan

15:21 San Diego 5K Race Recap

28:53 Race Recap and Transition to Sleep and Caffeine

29:12 The Fun Article on Sleep and Caffeine

32:15 Understanding Caffeine's Effects

39:09 Study on Caffeine and Sleep Deprivation

44:34 Discussion on Study Results

52:02 Personal Experiences and Final Thoughts

56:16 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

Links:

https://examine.com/research-feed/study/983Mb0/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39438312/

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