Working night shifts offsets many things in a person’s routine and habits. It leads to changes in diet, sleep patterns and exercise routine. Here are 6 tips to stay healthy.
Those who work at night should consume three nutritious meals a day. They can eat light and healthy snacks, while working for energy requirements. High calorie food should be avoided.
Individuals working at night should ensure that they spend a few minutes under sunlight after their work to enable Vitamin D synthesis, which helps to keep the bones strong.
Night shift workers should target basic fitness. Avoid setting goals that include bulking to build muscle mass or running long distances. A strenuous workout adds strain to the body.
Light to moderate workouts are best for night shift working professionals They can include cardiovascular activities such as walking, slow jogging, indoor cycling and yoga.
Night shift workers should ensure they get seven to eight hours of sleep, if not in one session they can divide their sleep into two sessions.
Night shift workers can skip workouts if their body feels not rested enough. Instead, they can focus on working out during the weekends or day offs.