Protocol for Instant Motivation & Alertness | Dr. Andrew Huberman

Dr. Andrew Huberman discusses how activating the large muscles of the legs and torso triggers an adrenal-vagus-brain loop that releases adrenaline and norepinephrine, instantly elevating motivation, alertness, and readiness for both physical and cognitive work. Dr. Andrew Huberman is a tenured professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast. Watch the full episode:    • Control Your Vagus Nerve to Improve Mood, ...   Show notes: https://go.hubermanlab.com/K36mJhe Timestamps 00:00 Energizing Exercise 00:12 Role of the Vagus Nerve 00:37 Brain & Adrenal Gland Connection 01:55 Adrenaline & Body Movement 03:01 Vagus Nerve & Brain Alertness 05:03 Practical Applications 07:09 Stimulating the Vagus Nerve Disclaimer & Disclosures: https://www.hubermanlab.com/disclaimer