[Original air date: August 13, 2020]. Shawn Stevenson, host of The Model Health Show and author of Sleep Smarter, joins Tom to discuss why sleep is necessary, how a lack of sleep impacts your every day, and what you can do to optimize your sleep.SHOW NOTESThe surprising way Shawn broke his hip [01:30]Why movement is essential to get well [07:32]How Shawn changed his perspective on hitting rock bottom [10:30]How Shawn’s upbringing laid the foundation for life-long learning [14:12]Why sleep may be the missing piece on your health journey [19:10]How sleep influences body composition [25:30]Why morning exercise is essential for good sleep [30:47]How technology is degrading your sleep quality [34:34]Shawn’s theory on how turning down the thermostat can lead to better sleep [40:12]The connection between sleep and sex [40:50]How light impacts sleep [42:07]How food and sleep can change your genetic expression [44:14]Shawn’s shares the single most important thing you can do to improve your health [49:29]FOLLOW SHAWN STEVENSONYOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/2FCGkvRFACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2p5p9wA INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2p9eBvO PODCAST: https://apple.co/2k4F2SI WEBSITE: https://themodelhealthshow.comFOLLOW TOM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeuSPONSORS:Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://bit.ly/AG1Impact.Right now, Kajabi is offering a 30-day free trial to start your own business if you go to https://bit.ly/Kajabi-Impact.Head to www.insidetracker.com and use code “IMPACTTHEORY” to get 20% off!Learn a new language and get 55% off at https://bit.ly/BabbelImpact.Try NordVPN risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee by going to https://bit.ly/NordVPNImpactGive online therapy a try at https://bit.ly/BetterhelpImpact and get on your way to being your best self.Go to https://bit.ly/PlungeImpact and use code IMPACT to get $150 off your incredible cold plunge tub today.***Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?***If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.* New episodes delivered ad-free* Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more* Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list* You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:*Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement*Money Mindset: Business & Finance*Relationship Theory: Relationships*Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health*Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes *****Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz*****Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices