Why You’re Still Tired — And How to Fix It (with Dr. Andy Galpin)
Mark Hyman
Jun 18, 2025
Episode description
On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Galpin, a leading expert in human performance, shares how to use your blood work, sleep metrics, and movement data in a way that actually helps you feel better—not just check more boxes.
We discuss:
• What most people get wrong about sleep—and how to fix it
• Why early testing can change your long-term health
• How muscle impacts your brain, hormones, and aging
• What high performers do differently—and how to apply it to your life
Whether you want more energy, better sleep, or a smarter way to track your health—this one’s a game changer.
Tune in—you don’t want to miss it.
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Mindsip insights from this episode:
Avoid obsession with sleep trackers to prevent orthosomnia
Obsessing over data from consumer sleep trackers can induce a clinical sleep disorder known as orthosomnia.
Establish consistent wind-down routine to signal sleep
The key to a successful wind-down routine is the consistent pattern of activities, which acts as a Pavlovian cue to signal your body it's time for sleep.
Aim for resilient sleep over optimal sleep
Instead of striving to be an optimal sleeper, it's more beneficial to be a resilient sleeper who can perform well even with inconsistent schedules.
Prioritize sleep regularity over total hours for better energy
For your perceived energy levels, sleep regularity will have a bigger impact than the total number of hours you sleep.
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