WHOOP Podcast

This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Founder & CEO Will Ahmed sits down with ultra endurance athlete, best-selling author, and renowned podcast host, Rich Roll, who opens up about the path that led him to become one of the most influential voices in health and wellness today. From addiction struggles and to the practices of meditation and non-dualism, Rich shares his wisdom on living with purpose. Rich and Will explore Rich’s approaches to interviewing, the motivation for growth, and ways to find opportunities for transformation. Rich dives into the deeper questions—what fulfillment, happiness, and balance really mean, and how we can all take an honest inventory of our lives to prioritize what matters most? The episode looks ahead at the future of innovation, with Will and Rich offering their thoughts on the future of technology in health and wellness. Rich combines the importance of staying grounded, while leveraging the incredible tools technology has to offer.  (00:42) Rich Roll on Interviewing and Inspiration Behind His Podcast (07:02) Rich’s Background And Drive For His Career (08:29) Addiction Recovery and Lessons from 12-Step (12:25) Rich's Guide to Meditation: Active Meditation, Non-dualism, and Perception  (23:28) Consciousness in Meditation: Aligning With Your True Self (31:12) Living In Extremes: Knowing Where To Grow (35:12) The Growth Curve: What Motivates Growth?  (39:14) Interpreting and Defining Fulfilment, Happiness, and Purpose (44:31) What is Balance?: Taking Inventory of Your Life and Prioritization (52:21) The Future of Technology in Health and Wellness Will Ahmed on the Rich Roll Podcast: YouTube [https://youtu.be/tuZS3sWgNxs?si=8hmFxoGc4UewBld7] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/2NASXXiO4l2LLXTYL6Ttxo?si=b03243a6477a4491] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-metrics-that-matter-whoop-founder-will-ahmed-on/id582272991?i=1000717151810] Follow Rich Roll: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/richroll/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpjlh0e319ksmoOD7bQFSiw] Podcast [https://www.richroll.com/all-episodes/] Website [https://www.richroll.com/] Support the show [http://whoop.com] Follow WHOOP: www.whoop.com [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/] Trial WHOOP for Free [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/whoop-trials/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/whoop/?hl=en] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@whoop?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/WHOOP] X [https://x.com/WHOOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/WHOOP/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/whoop/] Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/willahmed/] X [https://x.com/willahmed?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willahmed/] Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/] Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-capodilupo/]

On today’s episode, WHOOP SVP of Research, Algorithms, and Data, Emily Capodilupo, sits down with Dr. Natalie Crawford, OB-GYN and leading voice in fertility education, to unpack the science behind fertility, the menstrual cycle, contraception, and long-term health. Together, Emily and Dr. Crawford explore why fertility is more than just about having kids—it’s a vital sign for overall wellbeing. Dr. Crawford breaks down how hormonal birth control works, the misconceptions it often carries, and why advocating for yourself in the doctor’s office is so important. Emily and Dr. Crawford dive into endometriosis, PCOS, and other common, but often overlooked, hormonal conditions that impact fertility.  Whether you’re actively thinking about family planning or simply want to better understand your body, this episode is full of empowering insights to help you take control of your hormonal health. (00:45) WHOOP Podcast Rapid Fire Q’s (01:46) When Does Fertility Matter? (03:56) Birth Control, Understanding Your Cycle, and Impact on Fertility (06:23) How Does Hormonal Birth Control Actually Work? (12:58) Advocating For Your Health: How To Talk To Your Doctor (19:26) Birth Control and Hormonal Health (24:19) Preventative Fertility Care: How Women Can Better Understand Their Body (39:41) Cycle Tracking: Hormonal Health Indicators To Look For (45:42) Endometriosis and Infertility Signs and Symptoms (59:11) Irregular Cycles and PCOS: The Rotterdam Criteria (01:05:02) Symptoms of PCOS and What To Look For (01:09:54) Lifestyle Changes To Aid Hormonal Health (01:12:55) Importance of Exercise and Movement  (01:16:31) Your Fertility Isn’t Just Luck: What Needs To Change In Fertility Treatments Dr. Natalie Crawford: Website [https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmd/?hl=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/NatalieCrawfordMD] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-crawford-md] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliecrawfordmd] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/nataliecrawfordmd/] Support the show [http://whoop.com] Follow WHOOP: www.whoop.com [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/] Trial WHOOP for Free [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/whoop-trials/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/whoop/?hl=en] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@whoop?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/WHOOP] X [https://x.com/WHOOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/WHOOP/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/whoop/] Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/willahmed/] X [https://x.com/willahmed?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willahmed/] Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/] Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-capodilupo/]

This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with women’s health expert Dr. Mariza Snyder. Dr. Snyder and Dr. Holmes break down some common misconceptions in peri-menopause and menopause care, and share actionable tools and insights to regain control of your hormones. Dr. Snyder shares her personal journey navigating perimenopause, the warning signs to watch for, and how tracking data with WHOOP can empower women to better understand their bodies.  This episode covers everything from cycle tracking and lifestyle habits that can reduce symptoms, to the role of exercise and nutrition, and the impact of alcohol and stress hormones like cortisol. Learn the practical routines for building a symptom-free lifestyle and the baseline knowledge every woman should have by age 30. (00:21) Dr. Snyder’s Personal Relationship with Perimenopause and Menopause (03:17) The Warning Signs of Perimenopause (08:21) Role of Data in Understanding Your Body (11:51) Navigating The Healthcare System: Advocating for Perimenopause Treatment (17:31) Finding Solutions to Perimenopause Symptoms (19:15) Starting the Conversation Around Perimenopause Symptoms With Your Partner (22:33) Cycle Tracking: Seeing The Early Signs of Perimenopause (28:34) Easing Symptoms: Incremental Lifestyle Habits To Feel Your Best (36:17) Parenting the Next Generation: Healthy Habits and PCOS Management (42:47) Cortisol-Awakening Response: What Is It and How Can You Test For It? (49:56) Exercise’s Role In Symptom Management (01:00:31) Baseline Knowledge For Every Woman To Know By 30 (01:04:04) Daily Routines For A Symptom-Free Lifestyle (01:10:03) WHOOP Podcast Rapid Fire Q’s (01:11:22) Hormones, Birth Control, & HRT (01:16:12) How Alcohol Is Altering Hormones During Perimenopause (01:27:06) Dr. Snyder’s Perimenopause Revolution Follow Dr. Mariza Snyder: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drmariza/?hl=en] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmariza] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/drmarizasnyder/] Website [https://drmariza.com/]  The Perimenopause Revolution & Books [https://drmariza.com/books/] Support the show [http://whoop.com] Follow WHOOP: www.whoop.com [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/] Trial WHOOP for Free [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/whoop-trials/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/whoop/?hl=en] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@whoop?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/WHOOP] X [https://x.com/WHOOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/WHOOP/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/whoop/] Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/willahmed/] X [https://x.com/willahmed?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willahmed/] Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/] Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-capodilupo/]

This week on the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes, sits down with Chantelle Otten, world-renowned psycho-sexologist, author, and advocate for evidence-based conversations around sexual wellbeing, mental health, and relationships. Chantelle and Dr. Holmes break the taboo around sex in this episode, promoting a more holistic view of sexual health, highlighting the importance of intimacy, desire, and emotional regulation. This episode combines the importance of data and self-awareness, using tools like WHOOP, to support stress management and sleep, and how they contribute to confidence, connection, and satisfaction in and out of the bedroom.  00:27 Chantelle Otten: Psycho-sexology and Why It’s Important 07:00 WHOOP Podcast Rapid Fire Q’s 08:20 Importance of Stress and Sleep Management on Your Sexual Health 11:30 Unlocking Your Sex Life 15:19 Best Practices to Self-Audit: How to Stay Grounded 21:21 How to Detect Red Flags In Your Environment 24:27 Best Ways To Facilitate Conversations With An Intimate Partner 28:36 Creating Safety in Intimacy 29:28 Peri-Menopause and Menopause’s Effect on Relationships  37:36 Navigating Performance Pressure 45:53 The Rules of Curiosity: Responsive and Spontaneous Desire 51:23 The Two Key Takeaways That Will Change Your Sex Life Follow Chantelle Otten: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chantelle_otten_sexologist/?hl=en] Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@chantelle_otten?lang=en] Website [https://chantelleotten.com/] Support the show [http://whoop.com] Follow WHOOP: www.whoop.com [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/] Trial WHOOP for Free [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/whoop-trials/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/whoop/?hl=en] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@whoop?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/WHOOP] X [https://x.com/WHOOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/WHOOP/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/whoop/] Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/willahmed/] X [https://x.com/willahmed?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willahmed/] Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/] Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-capodilupo/]

What separates good from great in high-pressure environments? On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes, sits down with Rachel Vickery, world-renowned performance consultant. Having spent decades working with elite athletes, military operators, Fortune 500 executives, and emergency physicians, Rachel has cracked the code on understanding and regulating the nervous system to ensure optimal performance when stakes are high.  Dr. Holmes and Rachel explore how physiology, behavior, and mindset intersect, and why mastering the nervous system is the key to unlocking peak performance. From breathing mechanics and physiological control, to cultivating curiosity and trust under pressure, this conversation dives deep into the science and skills you need for taking on your next challenge. (00:48) Rachel Vickery on Human Performance (01:41) WHOOP Podcast Rapid Fire Q’s  (02:50) Essential Breathing Techniques To Use Under Pressure (11:38) Keeping The Body and Mind Calm: What To Do and Why It's Important (15:56) Navigating Fear and Maintaining Positive Self Talk (21:04) How To Train Your Physiology To Aid a Positive Mindset (27:03) Where Data Comes Into Play: Measuring Performance Traits and Habits (34:29) Maintaining a Solid Foundation: High Performance No Matter The Occasion (50:40) Co-regulating: Maintaining Your Cool in a Team Environment (57:10) Advice For Athletes & Coaches: Easing Physiological Effects in a High Pressure Environment (01:11:25) Operating with Trust: How Does This Benefit High Performers? (01:14:57) Learning From Common Traits Relating to Performance Anxiety Follow Rachel Vickery: Website [https://rachelvickery.com/] Related WHOOP Podcast Episodes: Podcast 245: Mental Toughness with Elite Performance Coach Rachel Vickery [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/thelocker/podcast-245-mental-toughness-with-elite-performance-coach-rachel-vickery?srsltid=AfmBOoqkrQuZMIO0bNYIfMkzeaz7RC-iDOXBE6BxhaZj74MXPT3OrKN6] Podcast 319: Daily Practices to Reset Your Mind, Body, and Identity with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7J5AFRC3A5U] Resources: Study: 'Cyclic sighing' can help breathe away anxiety [https://med.stanford.edu/news/insights/2023/02/cyclic-sighing-can-help-breathe-away-anxiety.html#:~:text=Huberman%20and%20Spiegel%20recently%20led,scale%20from%201%20to%205] Support the show [http://whoop.com] Follow WHOOP: www.whoop.com [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/] Trial WHOOP for Free [https://www.whoop.com/us/en/whoop-trials/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/whoop/?hl=en] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@whoop?lang=en] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/WHOOP] X [https://x.com/WHOOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/WHOOP/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/whoop/] Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/willahmed/] X [https://x.com/willahmed?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/willahmed/] Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/] Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-capodilupo/]