
[333] - If You Work 2 Days 2 Nights 4 Off — This is for you
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We break down how to live inside a two days, two nights, four off roster so you feel human again. I share a practical plan for swing days, night shifts, and the first day off using light, timing, and targeted naps to reduce fatigue and protect recovery.
• why the 2-2-4 roster limits circadian disruption
• how to handle the swing day without wrecking nights
• the difference between power naps and sleep inertia
• safe caffeine use across night shifts
• two-nap method between nights to stay functional
• how to reset fast on the first day off
• why regular wake times beat perfect durations
• using light, meals, and movement as time cues
• common mistakes that steal your four days off
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Roger Sutherland is Australia's Night Shift & Sleep Specialist and the founder of A Healthy Shift.
After more than 40 years working rotating shifts with Victoria Police, Roger now helps organisations reduce fatigue risk, improve staff wellbeing and build healthier, safer and higher-performing 24/7 workplaces through evidence-based education, circadian biology and the Shift Work Champions™ Framework.
Shift Work Champions™: https://join.ahealthyshift.com/shift-work-capability
Website: https://ahealthyshift.com.au
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Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast, including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death.
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