Night Reset Why Fat Loss Starts While You Sleep
Night Reset Why Fat Loss Starts While You Sleep Many people try to lose body fat by doing more during the day — more workouts, stricter diets, more discipline. But biologically speaking, fat loss doesn’t begin with effort. It begins at night. Nighttime Is When the Body Decides While you sleep, your body evaluates the day. Was it stressful? Was it safe? Was energy needed for survival — or can it be released? These questions determine whether stored fat is preserved or gradually broken down. The Cortisol–Sleep Connection Poor sleep keeps cortisol levels elevated into the night. This sends a message to the body: “Stay alert. Hold onto energy.” When cortisol remains high, fat loss becomes inefficient — regardless of calories or exercise. Why Calm Nights Matter More Than Hard Work Deep sleep lowers stress hormones and activates recovery systems. Growth hormone, cellular repair, and metabolic regulation all peak during quality sleep. ...