Flute 360 | Episode 4: "The Benefits of Rest" (19:44)

In this episode, Heidi discusses the research she’s conducted about the benefits of rest. She discusses how rest can improve our performance-level as flutists. Also, she gives many great examples of bedtime routines that you can do in order to find a restful night’s sleep.

Episode 4 – Main Points:

Prevention and treatment (1:11) Different levels of rest (2:21) School breaks (2:40) Injury prevention (4:35) Tennis ball exercises (5:58) End of the academic year (9:02) Rest as in sleep (10:22) Sleep supports athletic performance (12:02) Lessons with Dr. Diane Boyd Schultz (12:11) Sleepytime App (14:07) Bedtime routine (14:49) Summary (19:00)

Episode 4 – Resources Mentioned:

Kast, Sheilah, and Andrea Appleton. "The Injuries of the Small-Muscle Athlete." Last modified January 19, 2017. http://wypr.org/post/injuries-small-muscle-athlete. Manchester, Ralph. "The Role of Rest." Medical Problems of Performing Artists27, no. 3 (2012): 121-2. Santa, Lisa Garner. “Become Your Own Best Teacher: A Guide for the College Music Major.” Music Matters2, no. 1 (2009): 13-18. Sleepytime Sleep Scheduler Hibiscus Tea Chamomile Tea Green Valley Organics Ylang-Ylang Essential Oils Lavender Essential Oils Chamomile Essential Oils

Heidi Kay Begay's Information:

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