Sleep Smarter - by Shawn Stevenson (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Is high-quality sleep the missing component to help you shed fat for good, stave off diseases, and keep you productive? In Sleep Smarter, Shawn Stevenson, host of the popular podcast, The Model Health Show, answers these and many other sleep-related questions. As a teenager, Stevenson was diagnosed with a degenerative bone disease. He gave up on his health and his body, until he decided to fight back. Through years of research and consulting health experts, Stevenson discovered there is one criminally overlooked aspect of health: sleep. Through better sleep, Stevenson was able to achieve fitness and business goals he never thought possible, and now he shares his sleep secrets with the world. The book includes a 14-day plan with tips and tricks like the exact time of day to exercise for better sleep quality, what to wear to avoid waking up at night, and ways to fall asleep faster. Sleep Smarter is the ultimate guide to sleeping better, feeling refreshed, and achieving a healthier, happier life"--

Book Synopsis

Achieve the rest, body, and life you truly deserve with this invaluable guide to better sleep from the world-renowned health expert and host of the top-rated podcast The Model Health Show.

When it comes to health, there is one criminally overlooked element: sleep. Good sleep helps you shed fat for good, stave off disease, stay productive, and improve virtually every function of your mind and body. That's what Shawn Stevenson learned when a degenerative bone disease crushed his dream of becoming a professional athlete. Like many of us, he gave up on his health and his body, until he decided there must be a better way. Through better sleep and optimized nutrition, Stevenson not only healed his body but also achieved fitness and business goals he never thought possible.

In Sleep Smarter, Stevenson shares easy tips and tricks to discover the best sleep and best health of your life. With his 14-Day Sleep Makeover, you'll learn:

- how to create the ideal sleep sanctuary
- how to hack sunlight to regulate your circadian rhythms
- which clinically proven sleep nutrients and supplements you need
- stress-reduction exercises and fitness tips to keep you mentally and physically sharp

Sleep Smarter is the ultimate guide to sleeping better, feeling refreshed, and achieving longevity for a healthier, happier life.

Review Quotes

"Shawn Stevenson's Sleep Smarter is the first book I recommend to leaders who want to achieve peak performance. Most people try to maximize their 'time' when the real secret to productivity is to maximize your energy, and that begins with getting enough great sleep. This book will quickly put you to sleep . . . in a good way."--Kevin Kruse, New York Times bestselling author

"One of the missing pieces in the health conversation today is the importance of sleep. In Sleep Smarter you'll learn how sleep impacts your mind, body, and performance, plus practical solutions to help you get the best sleep ever."--Jonathan Bailor, New York Times bestselling author of The Calorie Myth

"If you're not sleeping, you're not healthy. Shawn Stevenson helps unravel our modern sleep crisis with clarity and focused solutions that can start helping you tonight. A must read."--Dr. Pedram Shojai, award-winning filmmaker, author of The Urban Monk

"It doesn't matter what you eat if you don't get your sleep! Shawn Stevenson has thrown a spotlight on the disease of insomnia and lack of sleep that is killing so many of us. This book is the perfect introduction to the tools and strategies that could fix your broken sleep."--Alexandra Jamieson, bestselling author and costar of the hit movie Super Size Me

"We've all read books on the importance of eating healthy and exercise, but sleep is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle that many people overlook. Sleep Smarter has everything the average person needs to become a 'professional sleeper' to further enhance their quality of life."--Drew Manning, New York Times bestselling author of Fit2Fat2Fit

"Sleep was something that, since college, has never been that important to me. For over a decade I've sacrificed hours of sleep every day to get more work done. Now that I'm in a phase of optimization for both personal and business reasons, thanks to Sleep Smarter, I realize that focusing on better sleep can help me get to the next level. I'm glad to have the guide to proper sleep in my hands."--Pat Flynn, bestselling author

"The fact is, to be happy, healthy, and productive, we need to get enough sleep. Sleep Smarter is a terrific resource for anyone who wants a great night's rest."--Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author of Better Than Before and The Happiness Project

"If you are looking for the most comprehensive guide on enhancing your sleep, beating insomnia, and using cutting-edge, proven techniques to optimize the most important part of your body's repair and recovery, then you found it. Sleep Smarter contains everything you need to know in one convenient, succinct summary. I will definitely be recommending this book to any of my clients who want to sleep better, deeper, and of course, smarter."--Ben Greenfield, New York Times bestselling author of Beyond Training

About the Author

Shawn Stevenson is the creator of The Model Health Show, which has been featured as the #1 Fitness and Nutrition podcast on iTunes. A graduate of The University of Missouri - St. Louis, Stevenson studied biology and kinesiology. He later founded the Advanced Integrative Health Alliance, a company that provides wellness service for individuals and organizations worldwide. Stevenson has been a keynote speaker for numerous universities, organizations, and conferences. He lives with his family in Wildwood, MO.