EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 43 MIN
#66 - Why You're Exhausted Even When You're Getting Enough Sleep
from The Leaner You Podcast with Daniel Rosenthal and Santo Chiappetta · host Daniel Rosenthal
🔴 LIVE WORKSHOP - Tuesday May 19th, 2026, 7pm EST: Coach Santo and I are hosting the Breakthrough Workshop - a live mindset session for anyone who keeps saying "I know what to do, I just don't do it." We'll break down exactly why that happens and what to actually do about it. Register here (replay only available to those who register): https://www.rosentrain.com/breakthrough-workshopYou're getting 7-8 hours of sleep and you're still exhausted.So what's actually going on?In this episode, Coach Santo and Daniel break down the real reasons busy women over 40 wake up tired - and none of them are as simple as "sleep more."From sleep cycles and the glymphatic system, to cortisol, under-eating, overtraining, and not moving enough - this one covers a lot of ground.If you've ever felt like your body is running on empty no matter what you do, this episode is for you.Timestamps0:00 - Breakthrough Workshop announcement0:44 - Why hours of sleep don't equal restful sleep1:46 - Sleep cycles, deep sleep, and REM explained4:30 - What you're doing before bed that's wrecking your sleep5:40 - Wind-down routines and disconnecting from tech9:41 - How your morning routine affects your energy all day11:16 - Hydration first thing - why it matters more than you think12:50 - The breakfast problem nobody talks about13:45 - Why eating dinner too late is sabotaging your sleep15:54 - Three more reasons you might be exhausted16:23 - Under-eating and how to calculate your calorie target26:39 - Overtraining: why doing more workouts makes you more tired29:19 - Cortisol, recovery, and the sleep-stress connection30:29 - What a balanced training week actually looks like32:55 - Not moving enough - and why moving more gives you more energy36:16 - Small steps, momentum, and building a sustainable routine41:32 - Identity change: how to make it actually stick long termBook a short, no-obligation Strategy Call with Daniel here: rosentrain.com/strategy-callFollow Daniel on Instagram: instagram.com/rosentrain/Follow Santo on Instagram: instagram.com/santo.chiappetta/This podcast provides general fitness and nutrition information only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional before making changes to your exercise or nutrition routine. Full disclaimer: rosentrain.com/disclaimer
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