Holistic Health
2/1/2025
5min Read
Do sleep issues cause weight gain?
When we think about weight loss, diet and exercise are often the first things that come to mind—but what about sleep? It turns out sleep quality is one of the major factors that drives healthy habits. Poor sleep leads to a cascading effect that impacts your hormonal balance, eating patterns, and finally your ability to regulate your appetite.
When you don’t get enough rest, your body produces more ghrelin, which increases appetite, and
less leptin, which signals fullness. This imbalance can lead to overeating and difficulty maintaining a healthy weight.
Sleep also plays a role in fat storage. When sleep-deprived, the body experiences elevated cortisol levels, which can trigger cravings for high-calorie foods and lead to insulin resistance over time. Improving sleep quality is essential to resetting these metabolic pathways and supporting sustainable weight loss.
Mental Health Coach
Your mental health impacts how you sleep and, in turn, how your body processes food. Our mental health coaches help you manage stress, identify emotional eating triggers, and build mindfulness practices—improving both your rest and your results.
Nutritionist
The right foods can help regulate your body’s sleep-wake cycle. Our nutritionists will tailor meal plans to include foods rich in sleep-promoting nutrients, giving your body what it needs to recover and thrive.
Movement Coach
Movement is more than just working out. With guidance from a movement coach, you’ll learn how to incorporate low-impact, restorative exercises—like stretching or yoga—that improve mobility and support better sleep cycles.
Support Group
A supportive community can make all the difference. Join others on a similar journey, share your wins, and lean on your peers for accountability. Studies show that a sense of belonging can reduce stress and lead to better sleep.
Workout Plans
Physical activity not only burns calories but also promotes deeper, more restful sleep. Our customized fitness plans are designed to fit your current lifestyle and help you achieve sustainable progress.
Unlock Lasting Change
With Fridays, you'll go beyond typical weight loss plans and invest in your long-term health. By addressing sleep, movement, nutrition, and mental wellness, we provide the foundation for sustainable weight loss.
Fridays is here to help you achieve more than a number on a scale. We’re here to help you reclaim your well-being and build a healthy relationship with food, movement, and rest.
