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Originally Posted by thingstodo
I would add blackout curtains to your bedroom and perhaps a fan to block out noise.
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I worked 3rd shift for a few years, and remembered how hard it was to get decent sleep. I put black trash bags over the windows, and routinely slept with earplugs. Once I would wind down, it seems everybody was waking up.
The body uses sunlight to reset its internal clock (studies have shown that when placed in a room without sunlight for an extended period of time, the test subject’s internal clocks shifted), so blocking out the sunlight is a big priority.
What time is your gym open? If it is one of those 24-hour gyms, workout before you go to work. If not, you might have to consider shifting your sleep schedule around to permit you to workout after work (I know it is tough, I’ve been there).
The hardest part about working 3rd shift it getting your body used to the different routine. This takes a little bit. Like thingstodo stated, it is better to live in 3rd shift than “going to normal” during the weekend & trying to get readjusted during the week. Once your body gets used to doing what it needs to do to survive on the new schedule, you should start feeling more energy during your workouts.
Good luck!