The Rest Factor
Real conversations from the Rest Factor Podcast on sleep, recovery, and performance, hosted by Chilipad by Sleepme.
Protein Before Bed for Muscle Recovery & Growth
Sleep hormones control appetite, metabolism, and fat burning. Poor sleep drives weight gain through measurable hormonal shifts, and for women in perimenopause and menopause, the effect is amplified. Here's what the science says and what to do about it.
8 min read
How Sleep and Weight Loss Are Connected
Sleep hormones control appetite, metabolism, and fat burning. Poor sleep drives weight gain through measurable hormonal shifts, and for women in perimenopause and menopause, the effect is amplified. Here's what the science says and what to do about it.
8 min read
Sleep Disturbances in Menopause: Causes and Relief
Struggling with sleep disturbances during menopause? Learn the causes of menopause sleep disturbance, from hormonal shifts and sleep apnea to pelvic floor disorders. Read evidence-based relief, including hormone therapy, sleep hygiene, and pelvic health strategies to improve sleep.
7 min read
Elite Performance: How Sleep and Nutrition Drive Recovery
Discover how elite performance is built through sleep and nutrition. Learn how sleep quality, performance nutrition, hydration and recovery, and smart supplementation work together to accelerate recovery, improve focus, regulate metabolism, and prevent burnout. Get practical, science-backed strategies used in elite systems to perform consistently under pressure.
7 min read
Treatment of Subclinical Hypothyroidism With a Functional Medicine Approach
Tired of "normal" thyroid labs while feeling exhausted? Discover how functional medicine goes beyond TSH to fix root causes like inflammation and nutrient gaps. Learn why active cooling is key to reclaiming deep, healing sleep.
5 min read
How to Improve Sleep Quality for Peak Performance Recovery
Sleep isn’t just rest—it’s active recovery. Learn how to improve sleep quality for sharper focus, stronger performance, and faster recovery. Featuring Dr. Nick Barringer from The Rest Factor Podcast, this guide connects sleep, nutrition, and brain health to help you perform at your best.
6 min read
Relaxation Therapy for Sleep: How CBT-I Rewires Your Nights
Discover how relaxation therapy for sleep and CBT-I can transform your nights. Learn proven techniques to reduce insomnia, calm anxiety, and retrain your brain for better sleep, naturally and without medication. Explore CBT-I apps and at-home tips for lasting results.
7 min read
Athletic Performance Through Holistic Recovery and Sleep Optimization
Discover how holistic recovery, sleep optimization, and mental conditioning can supercharge your athletic performance. Learn actionable strategies on nutrition, hydration, and recovery techniques to reduce injuries, boost resilience, and maximize gains naturally.
7 min read
Athlete Development: Boost Recovery & Performance with Sleep
Sleep and performance go hand in hand—and your chronotype might be the missing link. In this episode of The Rest Factor Podcast, Dr. Allison Brager explains how syncing workouts with your body clock and prioritizing quality sleep can boost endurance, recovery, and focus.
7 min read