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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 27 MIN

Why You’re Waking Up in the Middle of the Night (And How to Fix It) | Ep 56

from Out of Pocket · host Andrew Hayes

If you keep waking up between 2–4AM, it’s not random—and it’s not just stress. In this episode, we dig into the real reasons your body won’t let you sleep, from cortisol spikes to blood sugar crashes. Kat shares what’s actually happening, who it impacts most, and what to do tonight to finally stay asleep.(03:52) Why 2–4AM wakeups are a major red flag (06:51) Kat’s personal sleep struggles (and what finally worked) (11:30) The mistake you're making with evening workouts (22:54) Why poor sleep blocks fat loss and muscle gainReady to make sense of your symptoms and hit your goals for life? Get more info on our Alta360 program here - https://altaforlife.com/alta360applicationOrder a comprehensive functional lab here - https://app.altaforlife.com/labsoverview(after checkout, you'll get a confirmation email and text. Mention this podcast in your reply and you'll get a free interpretation call with Kat)Get your free Gut Health Assessment - https://atosolutions.typeform.com/to/VhvLsjG2to get a step by step plan to feel less stuckFollow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/

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If you keep waking up between 2–4AM, it’s not random—and it’s not just stress. In this episode, we dig into the real reasons your body won’t let you sleep, from cortisol spikes to blood sugar crashes. Kat shares what’s actually happening, who it impacts most, and what to do tonight to finally stay asleep. (03:52) Why 2–4AM wakeups are a major red flag (06:51) Kat’s personal sleep struggles (and what finally worked) (11:30) The mistake you're making with evening workouts (22:...

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