Why You Are TIRED All The Time | Dr. Andy Galpin

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Want better sleep, faster recovery, and peak performance? In this powerful episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman sits down with human performance expert Dr. Andy Galpin to unpack the science-backed strategies that elite performers, athletes, and longevity researchers use to stay ahead. You might have seen Andy on The Huberman Lab Podcast with Andrew Huberman Dr. Galpin reveals why most people misunderstand sleep, how to fix it, and how to use your biometrics, blood work, and movement data in a way that actually improves your life—not just fills your health app. They discuss: • The top 3 sleep mistakes that keep you tired—even when you’re getting “enough” sleep • How to read your lab results and health trackers with more precision • Why muscle is the organ of longevity (and how it impacts your brain and hormones) • The exact routines that top performers use to recover faster and train smarter • The difference between tracking everything vs. making it actionable Whether you’re burned out, struggling with recovery, or looking to take your fitness to the next level, this episode gives you the tools to feel and perform at your best. View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Health https://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Results https://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by LMNT, PerfectAmino, AirDoctor, Big Bold Health and Sunlighten. Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order—just head to https://drinklmnt.com/hyman. Get pure essential amino acids today. Go to https://bodyhealth.com and use HYMAN20 to get 20% off your first order. Get cleaner air. Right now, you can get up to $300 off at https://airdoctorpro.com/drhyman. Try HTB Immune Energy Chews for yourself, visit https://bigboldhealth.com and use code DRMARK 25 at checkout to get 25% off your purchase today. Visit https://sunlighten.com and save up to $1400 on your purchase with code HYMAN. (0:00) Introduction to fatigue and sleep regularity with Dr. Andy Galpin (1:16) Common causes and misconceptions of fatigue (3:26) Factors affecting daily energy and undiagnosed sleep disorders (7:02) Strategies for managing inconsistent sleep schedules (11:44) Building physiological resilience and understanding Absolute Rest (17:14) Blood biomarkers and common sleep issues (22:09) Dr. Galpin's personal wind down routine and energy management (28:19) Energy balance, hidden stressors, and optimizing resilience (35:39) Utilizing rest programs and the role of sleep tracking wearables (38:06) Addressing sleep disorders, fatigue, and insights from elite athletes (40:03) The role of mental toughness and developing resilience (47:43) Taking small steps towards change and debunking fitness myths (52:14) Anti-fragile concept, balancing gratification, and lifelong physical resilience (1:01:47) Strength training and high-intensity interval training for aging and cardiovascular health (1:09:08) Proprioception, balance, and muscle health in metabolic well-being (1:15:00) Blood biomarkers for performance optimization with Vitality Blueprint (1:17:23) Health focus differences and importance of total blood volume (1:23:00) Reading biomarkers for personalized health and the future of health optimization (1:32:20) Frequency of health testing and advancements in medical testing (1:37:05) Baseline health assessments and introduction to Springbok MRI scans (1:41:44) Combining full body MRIs with biomarker testing (1:44:01) Dr. Galpin's daily non-negotiables and philosophy on gratitude (1:48:19) Everyone as an athlete and optimizing health and performance (1:51:00) Where to find Dr. Andy Galpin's work and episode conclusion #SleepBetter #Recovery #HumanPerformance #FunctionalMedicine #Longevity #MuscleMatters #drmarkhyman #podcast #sleep #fitness @drandygalpin