Defending US Open Champion Aryna Sabalenka's Guide To Training Your Mind And Body To Win
On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Founder and CEO Will Ahmed sits down with World #1 Tennis Player Aryna Sabalenka. Aryna opens up about her journey from first picking up a racket at six years old to becoming the top-ranked player in the world. She reflects on the role her father played in her early development, the turning point when she fell in love with the game, and how her mindset has evolved through the years.Aryna shares an inside look at her training, recovery, and how WHOOP helps stay on top of her game. Aryna discusses balancing fun with competitiveness, the lessons she’s learned from setbacks, and her strategies for staying resilient under pressure.Looking ahead to the US Open, Aryna shares what the tournament means to her personally and how she’s preparing to defend her title. Aryna reflects on her game and shares her advice to young athletes chasing their dreams.(00:58) Building A Career In Tennis(03:36) The Road to Becoming World #1(06:50) Mindset and Keeping Things Light Hearted As A Team (07:38) How Aryna Views Herself and Her Game On Court(09:03) Aryna’s Training and WHOOP Data(17:41) Having a Red Recovery Going Into The UP Open Final(20:39) Travel Tips For Peak Performance(21:43) Aryna’s Definition of Success(26:27) Looking Ahead to The US Open: What The Tournament Means to Aryna(27:50) Reflecting on Past Competitions(30:46) The Differences in The Men’s and Women’s Game(31:53) The Secret to Maintaining A Positive Mindset(34:20) Rapid Fire Questions(37:04) Build The Best Tennis Player(38:17) Aryna’s Lowest RecoveryFollow Aryna Sabalenka:InstagramYouTubeXSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok YouTube X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn
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How Meal Timing Affects Sleep & Metabolism with Circadian Rhythm Expert Dr. Satchin Panda
In this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, Emily Capodilupo, sits down with renowned circadian rhythm researcher and expert, Dr. Satchin Panda, to explore how the timing of your daily habits, like light exposure, sleep, and meals, can transform your health. Dr. Panda explains why our body doesn’t just run on a single “master clock,” but on a network of clocks in nearly every cell—and how food timing plays a surprisingly powerful role in synchronizing these clocks. You’ll learn practical strategies for training your circadian rhythm, optimizing your nightly routine and light exposure for better sleep, and using time-restricted eating to improve metabolic health.(00:23) Rapid Fire Q’s with Dr. Satchin Panda(02:26) Decoding the Brain’s Master clock(08:12) How to Train Your Circadian Rhythm: What Factors Apply Most?(11:09) Importance of Light Exposure For Optimal Sleep(15:41) Time Restricted Eating: How Does It Help Circadian Rhythm?(18:56) What Time Restricted Eating Studies Tell Us(28:22) Benefits of Time Restricted: What Do We Know?(40:54) Practical Takeaways For Time Restricted Eating and Circadian AlignmentFollow Dr. Satchin PandaDr. Panda’s Salk ProfileDr. Panda’s InstagramWHOOP Blue Light Blocking Glasses:WHOOP ShopSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok YouTube X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn
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How to Cross-Train with Ironman World Champion Lucy Charles-Barclay
On this month’s installment of the How To Series, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Ironman World Champion, Lucy Charles-Barclay, to explore what it takes to train as a hybrid athlete. From her roots as an elite swimmer to dominating the world of triathlon, Lucy shares how she balances high-volume training across swim, bike, and run, while incorporating strength work. Lucy breaks down her training blocks, recovery strategies, and using WHOOP to stay consistent and injury-free. Lucy also opens up about managing celiac disease, experimenting with HYROX, and building an engaged fitness community through her YouTube channel, all while maintaining elite-level performance across multiple disciplines.(00:37) Introduction to Lucy Charles-Barclay (01:35) Rapid Fire Q’s (02:41) Lucy’s Journey From Pro-Swimmer to Ironman World Champion(06:02) Winning The World Championship: Training & Lead-Up To Competition(12:38) Week In The Life Training For An Ironman(15:13) Balancing Disciplines: Training Hybrid(18:16) Monitoring Strain While Training & Mitigating Injury(20:26) Inside Lucy’s Recovery Habits(21:55) Perfecting Her Game: Lucy’s Tech, Tools, and Coaching (27:08) Lucy’s Favorite WHOOP Metrics(30:16) Improving Sleep Routine While Traveling: Blue light Glasses, Early Dinners, & More(33:55) Training With Celiac: Nutrition for Endurance(36:44) Building A Community While Training: Lucy’s YouTube and Social Media Channels(41:52) What’s Next For Lucy? Upcoming Goals, Races, And Challenges Follow Lucy Charles-Barclay:InstagramYouTubeTikTokSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok YouTube X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn
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Inside HYROX: Training, Fueling, and Recovery with Jake Dearden
On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Jake Dearden, Hybrid Athlete and Social Media Personality, to explore the world of HYROX. Jake shares his journey from civil engineering to elite fitness, opening up about his bouts with injury, journey toward mental toughness, and growing in endurance sport. Jake and Jeremy break down HYROX training and fueling strategies, reflect on the rise of hybrid training and offer insights on recovery, VO2 Max, sleep hygiene, and injury prevention. (00:26) Introduction to Jake Dearden(01:14) Icebreaker: T or F Questions(03:27) Jake’s Journey From Marathons to Hyrox(05:39) Breaking Down Hyrox: What Is It and How To Compete(06:34) Building Community Through Hyrox(07:34) Jake’s Guide To Ultra-Marathons(10:55) Mental Toughness and Motivating A Community(12:11) The Rise of Hybrid Athletics and What It Means For Fitness(15:01) Importance of VO2 Max For Fitness and Competition(17:39) Growth in Sport: Prep, Pressure, and Setbacks(25:18) Recovery and Sleep Hygiene’s Effects on Performance(30:48) Jake’s Competition Prep and Fueling Strategy(34:52) Jake’s WHOOP Data at Hyrox World Championships(39:31) Learning From Injury: Jake’s Recovery Advice(43:34) Performance Improvements To Achieve Goals(45:07) Building a Platform: Experience, Advice, and Messaging on Jake’s Social MediaJake Dearden:InstagramYouTubeTiktokSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok YouTube X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn
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Elite Recovery & Resilience: Lucy Davis on Training, HRV, and Mental Strength
On this week’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Lucy Davis, HYROX athlete, ultra-marathon runner, and content creator. Lucy shares the fitness, wellness, and recovery strategies that power her elite performance, including how she maintains a high HRV, rebounds from intense strain, and keeps her WHOOP Age under 18. Lucy opens up about her training strategy, mental health journey, and mission to empower women through sport. Whether you're new to fitness or chasing the podium, this episode offers valuable insights to help you build strength, resilience, and recovery. (00:21) How Lucy Davis Rebounds From High Strain(05:29) WHOOP Podcast Rapid Fire Q’s(08:48) Lucy’s RHR, HRV, And Recovery Recommendations(11:42) Mastering Fitness as a Hybrid Athlete(14:14) Training Harder to Improve Hyrox Times(14:57) Lucy’s Longevity Secrets and WHOOP Age(19:48) Lucy’s Relationship with Strength Training(22:00) Staying Grounded While Travelling and Training(31:16) Mastering Mindset Entering Competition(33:33) Hyrox, World Records, and Going For More(37:10) Body Image, Health, and Mentality(39:17) Empowering Women Through Sport and Fitness(42:11) Inspiring Athletes and Promoting Participation in SportLucy Davis:InstagramYouTubeTikTokSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok YouTube X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn
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