230: Dylan Gemelli, Fitness Creator (1.5M+ IG Followers) & Biohacking Advocate: The Cost of Bad Sleep: Stress, Screens, and Self-Sabotage

230: Dylan Gemelli, Fitness Creator (1.5M+ IG Followers) & Biohacking Advocate: The Cost of Bad Sleep: Stress, Screens, and Self-Sabotage

Author: Mollie McGlocklin, Mollie Eastman September 15, 2025 Duration: 56:44

BIO:

Dylan Gemelli is a prominent figure in the fitness and biohacking industry. He is known for his expertise in health, fitness, and performance enhancement. Dylan is the creator of the Dylan Gemelli Podcast, which features enlightening discussions with experts and influencers in the health and wellness space. His work focuses on improving the quality of life through biohacking, fitness, and longevity strategies. He is currently working on his masters degree in dietetics along with certifications as an integrative health professional and cellular health advisor.  

Dylan is a God first family man that has his sights set on not only helping others to improve their health, wellness and quality of life but to also be an inspiration to everyone!


SHOWNOTES:

😴  From athlete to biohacker: What Dylan's winding path taught him about sleep

😴  Why “I fall asleep fast” can still hide a sleep problem

😴  What really wakes you at 3 a.m.: Stress loop, screens, or physiological triggers

😴  Eat earlier, sleep deeper: How evening calories quietly hijack recovery

😴  Blue light done right: Daytime harmony vs. nighttime block—what’s the difference?

😴  Data as a mirror: How tracking nudges real behavior change

😴  Undiagnosed and common: Why testing for sleep disorders is essential

😴  Social jet lag at home: Does your weekend schedule undo your week’s progress?

😴  How to craft your circadian day

😴  Timeless nights: Ditch the clock to stop the 3 a.m. spiral

😴  Bedroom audit: darker, cooler, quieter, what’s your next 1% upgrade?

😴  Workout timing matters: Why finishing earlier smooths sleep onset and duration

😴  Evening wind-down & Morning momentum that works

😴  Break the late-night loop: Shifting from 3–4 a.m. to 10:30–11 p.m.

😴  Progress over perfection: The mindset that keeps Dylan’s change moving

😴 And so much more!



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Hosted by Mollie McGlocklin and Mollie Eastman, The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast grew from a personal struggle with insomnia into a mission to fundamentally change how we think about rest. It moves beyond generic advice, framing quality sleep as an active, learnable practice essential to every aspect of our lives. Conversations with a diverse range of experts-from scientists and physicians to philosophers and fitness innovators-explore sleep’s profound connections to culture, society, and personal performance. You’ll hear nuanced discussions that treat sleep not as an isolated chore, but as a central pillar of wellness intertwined with our daily routines, beliefs, and environment. The dialogue is geared toward actionable insights, offering tangible strategies you can apply immediately, whether you’re dealing with jet lag, stress, or simply seeking deeper, more consistent rest. This podcast operates on the conviction that by prioritizing and skillfully cultivating our sleep, we unlock a more resilient, healthy, and focused existence. Tune in for thoughtful explorations that demystify the science and art of rest, providing a comprehensive toolkit for anyone ready to make transformative shifts in their health and overall well-being.
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