269. My honest experience with wearing an Oura ring

Crystal Paine Show

Welcome back, dear listeners, to an episode that you won't want to miss! Jesse and I are diving into some truly fascinating territory today, starting with a much-requested topic: the Oura Ring. I have been wearing mine since February, and it’s completely transformed my daily routine and overall health.

If you’re curious about what an Oura Ring is, think of it as a high-tech Fitbit but in ring form, tracking everything from your sleep patterns to your recovery scores, and I share all the juicy details on how it’s made such a significant impact on my life! From going to bed earlier to balancing intense workouts with gentle movement, the Oura Ring has been a game-changer. If you’re looking for a comprehensive health tracker, this might just be it!

We spend some time covering some listener feedback, with a listener having written about the Quest protein bars that we mentioned a couple of episodes ago. She has just discovered the s’mores flavor, and I am excited to see how they stack up against our beloved chocolate chip cookie dough ones.

We also hear from a listener with some fantastic audiobook recommendations after our recent episode on audiobooks. She suggests checking out William Kent Krueger’s works, including This Tender Land, which she and her husband loved. Perfect timing for those summer road trips!

We also offer an exciting update on our letter dates. For our date night this week, Jesse and I, for the letter I, watched The Imitation Game, a film that left us deep in thought. A complex, emotional story set during World War II, we have a lot to unpack about it without giving away too much!

In This Episode

[1:20] - Jesse and I are discussing the life-changing impact of the health-tracking Oura Ring!

[3:15] - Listener Sarah shared about discovering s'mores-flavored Quest bars from Walmart.

[5:36] - Another listener, Elizabeth, appreciates audiobook recommendations and suggests books by William Kent Krueger such as This Tender Land.

[6:33] - I have been reading Liturgy of the Ordinary, which explores everyday life as liturgy.

[8:02] - I am only five chapters into the book, but I share my thoughts so far.

[10:48] - Learn about Martie, an online discount food store that is especially good for those with dietary restrictions.

[12:18] - Jesse and I, for our “I” date, recently watched The Imitation Game, a complex and haunting film about wartime decisions.

[14:28] - Watching a Cold War documentary revealed new, unsettling information about atomic bomb testing and consequences.

[16:33] - The documentary highlighted the devastating effects of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Truman's stress.

[19:20] - I reveal how my Oura Ring tracks sleep data accurately, influencing my bedtime routines and overall health.

[22:15] - I describe how going to bed early improves my sleep quality and productivity, as confirmed by my Oura Ring.

[23:58] - The Oura Ring also monitors recovery, guiding my activity levels throughout the day effectively.

[26:28] - I explain how prioritizing gentle movement boosts my energy and improves my sleep and recovery.

[27:54] - In closing, the Oura Ring tracks cycles and sleep with precision, influencing healthier habits daily.

Links & Resources

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Oura Ring

Quest Protein Bars Bundle with Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and S'mores Flavors

Martie

Books

William Kent Krueger (Amazon author page)

This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger

Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life by Tish Harrison Warren

Films

The Imitation Game

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