EPISODE · Jul 9, 2026 · 27 MIN
[387] - Why Night Shift Makes You So Tired Even When You Sleep
from A Healthy Shift · host Roger Sutherland | Veteran Shift Worker | Coach | Nutritionist | Breathwork Facilitator | Keynote Speaker
Text me what you thought of the show 😊I explain why night shift fatigue can stick around even after a decent sleep and why the real issue is often circadian disruption. I break down a simple four pillar system so you can reduce biological chaos and recover with less guesswork.• sleep deprivation versus circadian misalignment and social jet lag• why sleeping in and random recovery can backfire• the four pillars for shift worker health: sleep, daylight, movement, nutrient timing• practical sleep environment upgrades and routine anchors for daytime sleep• daylight exposure as the strongest biological clock signal and why timing matters• movement after waking as a low stress way to boost alertness• night shift nutrition as a timing problem not just a calorie problem• how to stop chasing tips and build repeatable systems around your roster• picking your weakest pillar and repeating one behaviour consistentlyReach out, book that call. It’s free and it’s obligation free.If this episode helped you, please follow a healthy shift wherever you listen to your podcasts.It would also be ever so helpful if you could leave a rating and review on the app you’re currently listening on.If you want to know more about me or work with me, see below.Thank you for listeningSupport the show----------------------------Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capabilityWebsite: https://ahealthyshift.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-sutherlandInstagram: @a_healthy_shift___________________Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death._______________________
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Text me what you thought of the show 😊 I explain why night shift fatigue can stick around even after a decent sleep and why the real issue is often circadian disruption. I break down a simple four pillar system so you can reduce biological chaos and recover with less guesswork. • sleep deprivation versus circadian misalignment and social jet lag • why sleeping in and random recovery can backfire • the four pillars for shift worker health: sleep, daylight, movement, nutrient timing • practica...
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