Why am I tired all the time? Metabolism, Sleep & Hormones Explained

Why am I tired all the time? You're not just busy

If you’re a high-performing executive, fatigue isn’t just “being busy.” It’s a signal from your metabolism, sleep, and hormones that something is off. Here’s why so many men feel drained — and what you can do about it.

Feeling tired all the time even after 8 hours of sleep?

What Drives Chronic Fatigue?

Why am I tired all the time? It's hidden in your routine and physiology

Circadian disruption: Late nights, blue light, travel.

Hormonal imbalances: Cortisol, testosterone, thyroid.

Metabolic dysfunction: Poor glucose control, low mitochondrial efficiency.

Hormones and Energy

Hormones also play a role in giving you the kick you need.

Low testosterone: fatigue, low motivation.

Cortisol misalignment: wired at night, sluggish by day.

Thyroid dysfunction: missed by standard tests.

Metabolism and Fatigue

Understand your metabolism.

RMR testing identifies your true calorie needs.

RMR testing can reveal mitochondrial dysfunction = less energy from food.

Sleep & Circadian Rhythm

Address these to help you get better quality sleep.

Poor light exposure delays melatonin a key hormone. Try cutting artificial light exposure down after dark or consider blue light blocking glasses.

Mis-timed eating worsens sleep and digestion, try stopping eating 3-4 hours before bed.

Practical Steps

• RMR + hormone blood panel.

• Morning sunlight, evening blue light cut-off.

• Balanced macronutrients, not stimulants.

FAQs

Is fatigue always stress? No, there's often metabolic underpinnings

Do execs burn out faster? Yes, due to extensive travel, unmanaged stress and sleep mismatch.

Closing Thoughts

Fatigue isn’t weakness — it’s a metabolic message. Decode it, and you unlock sustainable energy.