The Dr. Shannon Show
Whether it's a research-based solo episode, a detailed expert interview, or a casual coffee chat, you'll learn what is true (and what isn't) regarding fitness, nutrition, mental health, skincare, and more. Join Shannon Ritchey, Doctor of Physical Therapy, fitness trainer, and founder of Evlo Fitness, each Thursday and occasional Fridays for science-based tools to improve your health.
The Dr. Shannon Show
#218: How to train your nervous system and improve vagal tone
Vagal tone is an indication of the health of your nervous system. By improving your vagal tone, you can recover better, feel better, and potentially live longer. Dr. Shannon and Dr. Payton discuss vagal tone and how to improve it both in the short term and long term.
0:00: Introduction
1:45: Defining vagal tone
7:45: How does vagal tone affect your pain response?
10:45: How exercise affects vagal tone
16:55: How to measure vagal tone
23:27: How to improve vagal tone
29:43: How Dr. Payton has improved her vagal tone over the years
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