NFL legend Drew Brees reveals the biohacking ritual that helps him sleep better and think more clearly

Drew Brees may have stepped off the field, but he’s still in the game when it comes to wellness.While no longer throwing touchdowns, the former Saints quarterback has managed to stay busy, tagging in as an NFL game analyst for Fox Sports and being inducted into the Hall of Fame while spending quality time with his family.The NFL legend also manages to prioritize his health, sharing one popular biohacking ritual he turns to for better sleep and improved focus.To get a good night’s sleep and think more clearly, the 47-year-old father of four turns to contrast therapy, or the practice of sweating it out in a sauna before taking a dip in a cold plunge tub.“I’m a huge sauna, cold plunge advocate and fan,” Brees told The Post.“Bottom line is I feel great.

I sleep better.I think clear, so I think there’s a lot of benefits to it.”And science agrees that the ancient art of alternating between hot and cold yields plenty of health benefits.“Contrast therapy is far from new — it has been practiced for centuries,” Dr.

Hany Demian, CEO of BioSpine and co-founder of Pain Care Clinics, previously told the Post.While practiced for centuries, the practice is currently one of the buzziest trends in wellness right now.Anecdotal evidence and peer-reviewed research both suggest contrast therapy has several benefits, including:“Heat therapy (e.g., sauna, warm baths) is known to reduce stress hormones like cortisol.Cold exposure (e.g., cold showers) may activate the parasympathetic nervous system afterward, aiding relaxation,” Demian added.Exposure to heat before bed may also help lower core body temperature, which has been linked to improved sleep.In addition to contrast therapy, Brees stays on top of his health by staying active, despite retiring from professional football back in 2021.While heavy lower body workouts are still a top focus, he’s also incorporated more cross training, albeit in the form of activities outside the gym.“I love to jump in th...