Happy Turkey Day, my restless renegades!

Your favorite nerd is reporting live from a storm-riddled South Padre Island, dodging rain squalls and chasing kiteboarding dreams before a wild, Friendsgiving feast with a motley crew of kiteboarders who’ve refused to leave this salty slice of paradise.

Now, stop me if this sounds familiar...

It’s Thanksgiving dinner.

You’ve obliterated your plate—turkey, mashed potatoes, and pie obliterated like a battlefield.

You’re stuffed, sedated, thankful for stretchy pants, and sinking into the kind of stupor that only a bird-based coma can deliver.

Now imagine if you could harness that level of divine, deep relaxation every single night.

Not from turkey or overeating, but from something smarter.

Imagine waking up not as a groggy mess fumbling for coffee but as a razor-sharp, fully charged badass ready to take on the day.

The Basics of Great Sleep—Be Thankful for Them

Before I hit you with a revolutionary gadget that’ll make your bed feel like a sci-fi recovery pod, let’s get real: you can’t out-tech bad habits. Here’s the holy trinity of foundational sleep rituals:

1. A Consistent Bedtime: Your body craves routine like your aunt craves that extra slice of pie. Set a bedtime and stick to it—or prepare to pay the price.
2. Morning Sunlight: Step outside and let nature smack your groggy face with glorious sunlight. It resets your internal clock, and rumor has it Huberman himself will give you a virtual high five.
3. A Cozy Sleep Environment: Your bedroom should be a fortress of comfort. Think Thanksgiving vibes—cool, dark, and free from distractions. No phones. No chaos. Just pure, unadulterated rest.

Magnet Madness for Better Sleep

Once you’ve nailed the basics, it’s time to crank your sleep game to 11 with a gadget so wild that it sounds like something ripped straight from the pages of a sci-fi novel. It’s called the Soltec Device, and yes, it’s as bonkers as it sounds.

This bad boy is a magnet-based device that slides under your bed, syncing with a custom watch you wear at night. Using a closed-loop biofeedback system (science-speak for “it listens to your body”), the Soltec customizes its signals to enhance your deep sleep.

And guess what? I liked it so much that I hauled the thing down to South Padre because I refuse to live without it now.

Why Deep Sleep Matters (Especially If You’re Over 40)

Here’s the brutal truth: as we age, our ability to hit those deep, restorative sleep stages starts to nosedive.

By your 40s, you’ve probably lost a metric piss ton of your deep sleep—yes, that’s a scientific term.

Deep sleep isn’t just about feeling rested. It’s where your body repairs itself, stress melts, and your metabolism doesn’t hate you.

Want to crush life? Protect your deep sleep.

Black Friday Madness: $900 in Savings + 60 Days Risk-Free

This Thanksgiving, give thanks for better sleep and take advantage of this insane deal:

• $800 off the Soltec Device
• Another $100 off with code DRMIKE
• 60-day risk-free trial—if you’re not convinced, send it back and get every penny refunded.

That’s $900 in savings and absolutely zero risk.

>> Soltec Device <<

Yes, this device is pricey.

No, it’s not some miracle pill.

If you skip the basics, you’re wasting your time.

…But if you’re ready to level up and reclaim the deep sleep you deserve, this thing is worth its weight in gold—or pesos, as I learned when I shelled out my hard-earned cash to get it for myself. Correct, I paid for the device myself back in April and have been using it since.

I liked it so much that I requested to be an affiliate now, so I will make a few bucks if you buy one.

Got questions? Hit me up.

And if you’re curious about the science, check out my podcast with the mastermind behind Soltec, Dr. Dan, here:

​https://miketnelson.com/episode-283-unlocking-better-sleep-and-stress-reduction-with-dr-dan-cohen-of-soltec-health/​

Much love,
Dr. Mike

P.S. The turkey coma may be temporary, but Soltec can make your sleep game better. Check it out.

>> Soltec Device <<

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Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD
Associate Professor, Carrick Institute
Owner, Extreme Human Performance, LLC
Editorial Board Member, STRONG Fitness Mag

Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.

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