In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss the mechanisms through which deliberate heat exposure enhances both physical and mental health.
I outline specific protocols for deliberate heat exposure, including recommended temperature ranges, frequency, timing, duration and sauna alternatives. In addition, I explain how to tailor your heat protocols to support your specific goals, such as increasing growth hormone, reducing cortisol or supporting cognitive health.
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*Timestamps*
00:00:00 Heat Exposure
00:00:47 Shell vs Core Temperature; Heat Caution & Hyperthermia
00:02:24 Body & Brain Circuit to Heat Up & Cool Down
00:05:31 Deliberate Heat Exposure & Health Benefits; Tool: Sauna Temperature Range, Duration, Frequency
00:10:45 Sauna Types, Alternatives to Sauna
00:12:26 Sauna Mechanism; Reduced Cortisol; Tool: Hot/Cold Contrast
00:16:14 Heat Shock Protein Activation & Sauna
00:17:54 DNA Repair, FOXO3 & Sauna, Cognition & Health Benefits
00:21:25 Sauna & Increase Growth Hormone
00:27:22 Sauna Timing, Sleep & Growth Hormone, Tools: Fasting; Hydration
00:30:42 Improve Mood, Endorphins & Sauna; Dynorphins
00:35:50 Recap Sauna Protocols: Benefits, Frequency, Duration & Timing
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