EileenM Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Hi, everyone. This is my second Whole 30 and I definitely did not experience this last year when I did my first one… I have had 3 nearly sleepless nights and wondering if anyone else has experienced this and what to do about it. In the past, not getting enough sleep has driven me to consume sugar for energy. I'm craving it like crazy and the lack of sleep is wearing down my resolve. I'm feeling depressed, cranky, and deprived. My husband doesn't even want to be in the same room with me! I know about sleep routine and preparing for sleep…I'm not doing anything differently in that department. Nothing else has changed in my daily life. I'm not lying awake worrying, planning, stressing…nothing like that. My head hits the pillow and my eyes pop open and I lie there wondering why in the world I can't sleep. I'm 62 years old and live with my husband and step-son. Their idea of healthy eating is using Splenda instead of sugar (I kid you not) The cupboards are filled with cookies, cakes, chips, artificially flavored waters and sodas…I can't open a cupboard or the refrigerator without seeing all this crap and this morning I may have to cut off an arm to keep from consuming an entire case (yes, they buy in bulk) of Oreos. HELP!!!!! Eileen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peace_positive Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Just looked at my notes from my last whole30 and saw that days 2-6 and 10-16 I had terrible sleep, couldn't fall asleep and/or couldn't stay asleep. Know that it will end. Maybe clean out one of their cupboards and have one of your own might help with being annoyed at their oreos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenM Posted October 16, 2014 Author Share Posted October 16, 2014 Thanks for your response. I am now motivated to keep a notebook. When I did my first one last year, I was living alone. I had complete control over everything that came into the house, and it was SO much easier! Having my own cupboard sounds like a good idea. That will be a project for the weekend. I'm encouraged by the reminder that the sleep issue will end. Man, I can't wait to get a good night's sleep. zzzzzzzzzzzzzz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Physibeth Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Are you doing anything differently in your basic meal composition this time around? Anything different about your activity level? Be strong...none of the things in those cupboards are worth messing up your momentum and they won't make your sleep better. Have some extra sweet potato if you must and maybe take a nap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenM Posted October 16, 2014 Author Share Posted October 16, 2014 Physibeth …My meal composition is pretty much the same. My activity level, however, is higher. Last year I was basically sedentary. This year I am cycling 3 times a week. Could more exercise affect my sleep? I thought it would have the opposite effect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek` Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Maybe you need some more carbs with your increased activity level. Try some sweet potato, winter squash, or potato at dinner. Having a few more carbs in the evening can help me with my sleep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Physibeth Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I find that I have trouble sleeping when I over deplete my glycogen stores by not eating enough carbs. Are you doing at least a post workout meal after your cycling? What time of day are you doing it? I am a group fitness instructor and teach a lot of night classes which has definitely effected my ability to get to sleep as early as I like because I'm kind of wound up when I get home (like now for instance ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenM Posted October 19, 2014 Author Share Posted October 19, 2014 Derek, I do eat lots of sweet potatoes and winter squash. I have 4 types in my kitchen waiting to be prepared this very day! I haven't been eating a lot of carbs at my evening meal…I will add more to see if it helps. I have a neck injury that can give me some discomfort at night, especially after exercise or a very active day (on the floor playing with grandkids, chasing toddlers around in the back yard, etc!) but I don't like taking pain relievers (ibuprofen, naproxen) on a regular basis. Any suggestions for pain relief at night? Physibeth…we sometimes cycle in the morning but usually go out mid afternoon, around 2-3. We spend about 2-3 hours on the trail, get home around 6-7, and then eat a small meal. I haven't been doing many carbs at that meal. Not sure what a post workout meal consists of must I'm thinking it must be more carbs. Right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkor Posted October 19, 2014 Share Posted October 19, 2014 Not sure what a post workout meal consists of must I'm thinking it must be more carbs. Right? In general, starchy carbs & protein, ya. Your insulin sensitivity is high, muscle glycogen needs replenishing, best time to "shuttle" nutrients, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenM Posted October 19, 2014 Author Share Posted October 19, 2014 Thanks, everyone! Off to bed for (hopefully) a good night's sleep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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