Why is Everyone So Tired in Retirement?

Retirement is supposed to be a time of relaxation. But why are we constantly feeling tired despite having more free time after retirement? Today we are delving into the reasons behind this exhaustion and providing key tips for you to maintain your energy levels and enjoy your retirement to the fullest!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Why is everyone so tired in retirement?
01:24 Too much downtime
02:28 Poor nutrition
03:40 Not getting good sleep
04:49 Lack of routines
06:50 Underlying health issues (go to your doctor!)
08:09 Medications
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[@bernie9728]

I retired 7 year ago and I still get up at 6:30 every morning. The first thing I do is start the coffee maker and head downstairs. Turn the TV on and watch the news. I then go up stairs to get my first cup. The hardest part of being retired is remembering what day it is. I love it.

[@blimeylimey13]

First mistake is watching the news 😂

[@Bob-xj8jl]

No problem remembering the day of the week here, it's always Saturday

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

Why do you get up so early? One of the joys of being retired is sleeping in.

[@jstar1000]

Who watches the news? I quit that nasty garbage way back when Obama one his first election, never ever watch a second of any news from the MSM at all and don't even come close to missing it.

[@ga6589]

@@ceciliapetrowsky2572 I've always been a morning person. I've been retied for 9 years and still get up at 5:00 AM. Sounds crazy, I know, but I love mornings and that's when I get the most done.

[@nala3038]

The problem with retirement is you never get a day off

[@ronloftis9080]

Get a job then.

[@Kathleen67.]

Lol

[@parler8698]

😂

[@a_ya_la]

😂 😂, I had to read this x2

[@karleenmathieson3822]

😂

[@johnmoore9862]

I retired 5 years ago, I still love looking out of my bedroom window at 7.00am watching people go to work.

[@appresley4071]

In my seventies, walk everyday, often up to 10 miles, play 9 hours of tennis over the week. Yet I often have a nap in the afternoon.

[@Fegga1955]

Wow,bow to you.Keep it up

[@servantsoldier5207]

No daybook No calendar No clock No boss and I take my 1pm-3pm retirement nap daily! I rest well and stay active!

[@applebomb4091]

can't wait!! perfect retirement nap too.

[@Earthtime3978]

You’re lucky to have each other, that’s almost everything in retirement. Others don’t have that. There’s another world out there of financial fears and loneliness .

[@RetirementTransformed]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@caseybc6342]

My wife is almost 10 years my senior. Which is why I want to work part time next year. Then retire in 2 years.

[@nyxjones5797]

13 years ago my father retired at 60, and started playing golf 4 times a week instead of only on weekends when he worked. The result is that he's in better shape than I'm.

[@lolalyle9333]

I worked since I was 14 til 62. I raised 4 kids. I get up when I want go to bed when I want. I don’t want to be restricted. We all gotta die of something.

[@faithford9143]

Absolutely 👍🏽

[@fredbuchwitz9031]

I’m 78 now and have no intention of retiring. Being an artist there is no difference if I retire. I only work when I get inspired the rest of the time I love socializing with friends.

[@DMUSA536]

Exercising isn’t so much of extending your life expectancy, but being healthy as you age.

[@ibuprofenPill]

I retired at 50 and it’s beyond awesome!

[@michaelhopkins6602]

Don't know about tired, I'd say uber relaxed.

[@nancyechelberger6347]

For me retirement meant relaxation, doing what I want and when I want. Household chores are enough activity for me. Since I retired I eat when and what I want also. Doing what I want when I want is so liberating.

[@RetiredLovingIt]

@Nancy Echelberger we absolutely love retirement! It is very liberating! 😊

[@RetiredLovingIt]

@@Neil-ht8fv there is nothing like retirement! We wished we had retired sooner!

[@tobylopez445]

real freedom and the best part is that we get paid for it!

[@RetiredLovingIt]

There is just nothing better than retirement! Keeping your health is extremely important in retirement. We can’t allow ourselves become couch potatoes. New subscribers here.

[@piehound]

One big reason is workers who survive into retirement have been " living " and working for years and years sleep deprived. It's no surprise to me after years of abusing the body this way (sleep deprivation) many have developed sleep related maladies such as insomnia, disrupted circadian rhythms, and other sleep related problems. It comes with the territory of existing in a post industrial age. Corporate work schedules, city dwelling, and commuting don't give the individual much opportunity to recharge adequately from the stresses of such an unnatural " lifestyle."

[@brianmcg321]

This is it exactly. Your body is trying to heal after years of abuse. It doesn’t happen overnight.

[@geoffreykeating8172]

Most people arrive at retirement exhausted from working entire life , REST is the bodys way of healing itself

[@caseybc6342]

I’m a teacher of 37 years and I’m soooo tired. I feel like I’ll sleep for the first year of my retirement.

[@geoffreykeating8172]

@@caseybc6342 Agree you will probably sleep 1st and 2nd year but 3rd year will be a little better , that was my experience when I retired a few years back 😎👍🇨🇦

[@rhondawaller4457]

I work partime at the job I retired from. I got board ! You HAVE to stay busy, you need to get up and move ! Take a walk, pick up a weight ! Eat and sleep right ! Stay connected with people and the world

[@elmergarcia5222]

Retirement: Where every day is a Saturday and every night is a Friday night😊

[@skylongskylong1982]

Have a routine, otherwise you start to suffer from apathy. Think how many hours you wast per day, watching TV, and looking at your smart phone. Above is O.K in moderation, but the cliche just another ten minutes, springs to mind.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Thank you Sky long Skylong.

[@tomrunning357]

What I did was get a cabin on a lake (work camp) before I retired to keep me busy filled with projects and some quality leisure. It is everything I need and allows me to have a place to gather with friends and family.

[@yorkiemom4272]

Very helpful, and I am already doing some of this. My husband passed away in this my first year of retirement, which really threw me into deep depression. I was eating when I wanted and what I wanted, sleeping during the day, increased my sweets and alcohol, isolated myself, and sat in front of the TV. Worse, I was on my phone over 8 hours a day. I finally went to my doctor, went to a grief counselor, hired a life coach... and still trying to figure things out. Thank you for this video.

[@RetirementTransformed]

We are sorry for your loss and really appreciate you sharing this and love the rebound you are making in your life. Keep the momentum on changes and also continue to feel through the grieving process.

[@jordyzelaya1459]

I live beachfront in Central America and originally retired in 2001. I can't wait to wake up in the morning to have coffee,check the wave-ocean conditions out front of the house. If I don't surf( which I prefer to do) I'll beachwalk music blasting,pausing to do exercises along the way,swimm after 5 miles. Return to the house before it gets to hot have lunch. Eat plenty of fruit,and veggies,no alcohol,no smoke,no drugs,drink plenty of pure water,and have a loving home life, Pura Vida desde Costa Rica 😎

[@bellamydog1000]

Great video. I retired last year at 55. Best decision ever....

[@Chris-L-sr]

I retired the day after my 55 th birthday and loving it,every day is Saturday 😁😁

[@valerie718]

I’m thinking about retiring next year at 55. Did people ever tell you that you were too young to retire? That’s what I’ve been told. How did you take it?

[@jvarner7088]

Take this advice as if it came from your mother: 55 is WAY too early.

[@melianna999]

@@valerie718 Everyone is different. I retired at age 63 and my friend is 76 and still working. She does only two days and says she like it.

[@bellamydog1000]

@@valerie718 Yes. Mostly due to envy / jealousy. Everyday is a vacation. I don’t know how I got errands, etc. done each day when I was working 60-70 hour weeks. You’re not guaranteed great health/energy at 65-70. When you’re 75+ you don’t tend to spend a lot of money due to low energy, etc.

[@bonniegaither3994]

Lack of routine is my biggie. I’ve discovered I need routine. 😳😭

[@JT1358]

Same here - I retired early with ill health and allowed myself way too much downtime to recover. The longer you leave it the harder it gets to establish your new routine. Get stuck in and do it within a couple of weeks.

[@billybrown7953]

I'm 63 and still pump iron 5 days a week and extra abs on Saturday. Buy what you need at home or join a gym. Weight lifting is the best thing to combat old age . I love looking in the mirror and thinking that I look better today than during many years in my life and look better than the majority of Americans who have let themselves go.

[@timwright5466]

As an English retired man you two really epitomise hard earning hard working Americans but my life your still ramped up ..I hope you calm down soon ..

[@caseybc6342]

I see what you’re saying.

[@RG-hf4et]

Sleep apnea is a very common problem. Does your partner snore? Do you sleep with your mouth open? This can be the cause of your tiredness during the day!

[@justnow5809]

Yes, I was telling my friends "how come I'm so tired after retirement? " Thanks for the advice....

[@a_ya_la]

I watched my parents when they retired and they stayed busy. My Dad went out everyday and he had a part-time job. My Mom she would go out in the morning and come back home at 3:00pm to fix dinner. ❤ I am going to do the same.

[@jwj4400]

We watch a lot of TV, I do play the guitar, I work on new songs, and recordings, my wife doe's crocheting and other hobbies. We ride bikes most every day. We don't have many friends, and find it hard to make friends that have similar interest. Our children live in other cities and states, so we don't see them as often. It's a work in progress every day, to stay busy.

[@RetirementTransformed]

It sounds like you guys are doing all you can to stay active. Its not always easy but keep up the great work.

[@ivanvarykino8202]

I'm practicing retirement and admit i have the tv on now many hours a day which adds up per week. But it just keeps me company in the back ground while i run around the house and get stuff done. Lost my wife 2 yrs ago and still have 2 teen daughters at home. But they're busy with school and work. No netflix binging for me. Just all the old classic sitcoms. When daughters leave for college, I'm getting a motorhome and hit the road to explore by bike, by foot and kayak. Hopefully I'll find a partner in crime by then for some real adult company. TV is not a substitute.

[@RetirementTransformed]

I love the idea of the motor home. You will run into people on the same travel quest and hopefully make some new and exciting relationships.

[@mangensukilufya1233]

Hi. Great. I am almost 65y.o. retiring in November this year. Usually when i am on leave i split my leave in 2. The 1st part i work on a project and the 2nd part i rest. This year i took 4 weeks full rest. After 2 weeks of resting i started having muscles aches. Then i started exercising 35 min 3 times a week. All the pain disappear. The lesson i learnt is BE ACTIVE INTELLECTUALLY AND PHYSICALLY. Actually i like reading then watching TV. TV is for documentary, sport and some news. Thank you

[@RetirementTransformed]

This is great advice. Thank you

[@Bird111648]

I’ve been retired for 12 years and I will tell you that no structural thing to do make it bad. I sleep very little,retirement is the hardest thing I have ever done. I retired because of my health issues and over time my health has gotten worse. I get up early and my routine is getting up early, going to bed late, today my habits are several hours on KZbin. My wife and I don’t have to worry about anything. And yesterday I am tired all the time. And yes your advice is appreciated

[@brianmcg321]

Join the YMCA and make that your new job.

[@romanromanowski9038]

If you are tired all the time , you are either out of shape or your diet does not provide all the necessary nutrients , magnesium, potassium, zinc...

[@ellismeah8110]

Enjoy your retirement, because millions of people never make it to retirement age

[@RetirementTransformed]

Thank you for this Ellis. My dad retired at 65 and only lasted 15 years. It was sad to watch him slowly get old and eventually die at the early age of 80. He never recovered from losing his identity, losing all his work friends, and had trouble filling his days with anything that gave him purpose. He is part of the inspiration behind our channel.

[@emmadunning8275]

Yes my dad of died cancer 52 and then my mum got cancer 60 and died a few years later. by time I was 35 both parents dead. lucky the ones who live to 80s and have 20 years of freedom together my parents were both teachers raised 5 children and never had tgeir own precious retirement makes me so sad the unfairness of life 😢

[@ellismeah8110]

@@emmadunning8275 sorry to hear that,

[@caravanstuff2827]

Not tired...just relaxed , with all the inflation going on sleep is the only activity that's free!!.😂😂😂

[@lindamarconi2913]

I stopped working at 59, officially retired and started collecting checks at 62, I'll be turning 64, I have mass energy! I do a lot of yardwork, climb the roof and leaf blow, saw of branches. I'm constantly painting rooms, I hang out with friends a lot of them. When I stopped working I went crazy with energy! Wooo

[@RetirementTransformed]

Sounds great. BUT, think about getting someone else to climb your roof and clean the gutters. I have heard so many horror stories of people falling.

[@stevendorsey4882]

I have never lost the habits of my workng life. I get up early (6am), study, exercise, and then tackle all the projects I have. I run 5-10 miles a day, lift weights 3-4 days a week, play pickleball with a great group of friends for a couple of hours five days a week. And I eat (and have done so for over 40 years) a strict vegetarian diet.

[@bigvalley4987]

You ate an exception. Great for you💯

[@RetirementTransformed]

Nice going Steve. Im sure all your friends are inspired by the way you are living your life

[@MWS1960]

Been retired 9 months and I walk 8 miles a day….meet up with other retirees to keep the mind active. I don’t miss my corporate job which became way too stressful. I ride my motorcycle and drive my porsche for excitement. I’ll begin to travel when my wife retires next year. Loving it and I have no desire to go back to my corporate stressful IT job in tech 😡😡 still have my third son in school, but I walk with him in the evening which provides time to sync up. Never had time to do that before. I’ve lost 20 lbs

[@RetirementTransformed]

What a great story. Thank you for sharing!

[@jimyost2585]

Poisons in the food supply (hormones, antibiotics, preservatives, pesticide residues, herbicide residues, excess salt, MSG, et al), poisons in the water supply (fluoride, chlorine, drug residues, et al), poisons in the air supply (chemtrails, air pollution, et al), and poisons in the media (mainstream news, subliminal messaging, et al). The combination of these things are making everyone tired, not just retired people.

[@InMyBrz]

YES living and being retired in the USA is DANGEROUS to your health That is ONE reason many of us have moved overseas ; for a lot better quality of life and a more healthier one !

[@xikefocus]

Those high blood pressure med also make people tire.

[@ga6589]

I've been retired for 9 years now and have more energy than I ever did! I also don't need as much sleep. My husband says the same thing. We keep active and both agree that retirement is a new lease on life. I remember the days of coming home from work and being utterly exhausted.

[@brucerowe2895]

As you get older keep moving. After 75 you wake up and feel like a truck ran over you legs, when you get moving it goes away.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Thanks GA. I agree, keeping active makes all the difference in the world. You will hear me in videos talk about my physical wellness vision which is "To be physically independent at the age of 90" This vision is what motivates my exercise, my nutrition and my morning routine. Its not always easy, but we all can do the best we can to insure a longer more fulfilling and healthier life.

[@caseybc6342]

I am at that point of exhaustion. Turning 60 soon and being a high school teacher for 37 years has taken a toll on me mentally and physically. Hoping to go part time next year. Hope that feels better.

[@ga6589]

@@caseybc6342 I was an elementary teacher for 35 years and was fortunate to be able to retire at 60. I'd always thought I'd work until 62, but I simply didn't have it in me to continue. Going part time should ease the stress for you- best wishes!

[@kayakutah]

I know, right? I'm 70 and got in 88 days of skiing this season in Park City Utah with record powder days. And that was all on telemark gear. I could hardly stay up past 9PM! It's a living heck as we say in Utah! Now I have to drive all the way to Moab for mountain biking because of all this snow. Oh, wait, the first topic was too much down time. I thought it was too much downhill time.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Good for you for staying so active!!!

[@Dbb27]

👍🤣

[@michaelwayne7887]

I've met many ppl who were soon retiring and who went way out of their way to proclaim that they would be very "busy" doing this or that after retirement. They need to profess that they will be doing something 'meaningful' with their life after retirement....There is this weird stigma that ppl feel a need to justify their existence after retiring, somehow maybe fearing judgement from other ppl, or feeling guilty that they CAN retire while others cannot. I dunno ... Some ppl who CANNOT retire for one reason or another will say "Oh, I would get too bored" or "What do you DOOO all day?!!?" I refuse to let people who only WISH they could retire dictate what I do with mine. I tell ppl I do whatever I want whenever I want and I don't feel one shred of guilt that I'm not 'accomplishing' what other ppl think I should be accomplishing. I worked for MY retirement, not others' ideals of what retirement is.

[@Dbb27]

Great comment. Got me thinking!

[@Person-mh6xq]

Love your post!! I feel exactly the same. Exactly.

[@Dbb27]

@@Person-mh6xq I re-read the post again today. I’m so down on myself for not accomplishing anything every day. I think I need to print this and put it on my bathroom mirror!! 🥰

[@christinebourlioufas1336]

Well said!

[@ellismeah8110]

I worked most of my working life working shifts , years of 7 nights a week early mornings never seeing day light in the miserable wet winters, many people die before they even get to retire, so embrace retirement and feel free to enjoy anything you desire ,because no one lives forever and you're along time dead

[@dave5833]

I go from about 8:00 am until 4/5 pm and I am still tired. We never eat fast food, or out or late. I am 75 years young. Like your content thanks.

[@pjdilip]

I'm so tired because there's so much KZbin to watch...

[@peterricksugges5698]

Sleep heals your body. Taking a 4 pm nap is good for your body as well.

[@RetirementTransformed]

I love grabbing a nap when I can

[@advancetotabletop5328]

This is happening to me - sort of. I now have time I can sit down an do a hobby, painting, that‘s been on my To Do list for 50 years. But it’s great never waking up to an alarm to rush out to go to work for some company I could care less about (and could care less about me) nor wear a tie or dress up. Still, I‘m slacking off on stuff I *could* do, and have certainly noticed!

[@samuelflorez1461]

Hello I'm Samuel in South Arizona where it comes to 115 degrees, I retired 2 years ago , I do alot of what you spoke about , to see my NEWS I record it and watch it when I have time , Work out in the morning, have a cup of coffee , and workout , do my shopping or work in the yard , I feel happy , and also a movie , I record and watch it when I have time , I thank you two for your video and hope to hear alot more , Thank You from AZ , 😃

[@RetirementTransformed]

Hi Samuel. We are happy your retirement is so fulfilling and happy.

[@10drowsy]

Many thanks for creating / sharing this videos and its many recommended "retirement lifestyle change / improvements" recommendations. re: Better Daily Routine (with less down time), Better Eating (with less Comfort Foods), Better self forced Exercise, Better Sleep, etc. etc. is great things. Especially in the long run. I retired 2 weeks ago (at age 60) and am slowly implementing your recommended lifestyle improvement changes. Just last night eating out on "weekly date night with my life partner" I said "nope - side order is tossed salad instead of usual fries". Slowly... One improvement change at a time. Thank you!

[@RetirementTransformed]

Good for you!!! Keep it up! And thank you for your comment!

[@briankelly85]

because I am 93!

[@mirzaasifbaig5335]

Thank you on this very simple encouraging, practical and informative video.

[@janicechapman310]

So glad to have found your channel. Well done!

[@jolenevandolah6932]

Wow, so happy to have discovered you. I retired during the pandemic and it felt blissful to not be on a schedule and to indulge in "laziness", But I'm having trouble pulling myself out of it and getting on any sort of schedule or routine. Your advise is spot on! Even though I know these things, it's nice to be reminded and encouraged. Thank you! I'm subscribing so I can continue a healthier journey in retirement.

[@RetiredLovingIt]

@Jolene Vandolah we retired April 2020 right in the pandemic. We love retirement and it’s been a great adventure!

[@cathynewyork7918]

@@RetiredLovingIt I retired in the pandemic also in 2020, sold my car, and moved from Los Angeles to New York City. I am having a great retirement adventure also. Love it!

[@Nonduality]

If someone's running a business, such as a KZbin channel, how are they retired? They may have quit a career and started a small business, but is that retirement? If someone defines retirement as a time of life when you can do whatever you want, and if you want to work a job or start a business, how is that retirement? It sounds like changing jobs or careers, not retirement.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Hi Nonduality. I appreciate your perspective. Jody and I hold onto five pillars of retirement. Physical wellness, mental wellness, relationships, spouse/partner relationship, and finally wisdom sharing. The wisdom sharing pillar for us is this KZbin channel. It provides us with a high level of fulfillment. It does not feel like traditional work that we did for 40+ years to prepare for retirement. And we still make plenty of time to do the things we want to do. Its really fun for us.

[@BoninBrighton]

@@RetirementTransformedyou talked about having ‘clients’ so you’re still working….

[@dollyandmoose]

A lot of this is great advice for all ages 👍Thank you for sharing this!

[@sarashann]

Great advice! I prioritize quality sleep as #1, then nutrition and physical activity, along with pleasurable socialization in the out of doors. Don't own a TV and choose not to spend money eating out. This is what works for me.

[@kimbers1238]

My son who is 35 says he's tired every time I talk to him. Yes I get tired of him saying he's tired everyday

[@caseybc6342]

Maybe he has a physical or mental health issue going on. That does seem young to be exhausted.

[@RedEyeC]

Hobby or 2nd profession. In my case it's music - playing live, writing, producing. Got to have a hobby to stay active.

[@mmc3731]

I’m retiring soon and have a game plan set in place. I adopted an extra pet (had 1 young puppy, now I have 2); I have 2 months May & June bus trips for seniors. That’s aside from my normal home chores.

[@vicgallimore6756]

Depends on age at retirement, I worked until I was 75, now 80, aI have had both hips replaced, triple bypass, body has been knocked around by rugby, and various sports my whole life and yes, I am feeling tired, I never had a sedentary office job, my life was all action. so I suppose everyone is different.

[@Truthfinder1]

Great video!!! I’m 61 years old. I plan on retiring first week of November of this year. I cannot wait for every day to be a Saturday. Listening to your comment on having plaque in your arteries. One of the things doctors won’t tell you about is you probably had calcification in your arteries. You probably need to take vitamin K2 MK 7 at least 180mcg daily. Hope you have a blessed day.

[@whacked00]

Great video. I am 61. Still working. I put on 20 lb in past year. Just got told I was pre diabetic. Gotta get my act together.

[@caseybc6342]

Let’s both retire. In the same boat!

[@orangeguy3314]

Go to the gym. It will turn back your body to a better point. Of course if you are just starting out at a gym. It will take you a little bit of time until body shows the results. Like six months, but that includes 4 times at the gym and not just walking around. Most time the upper body needs the most work. So, just don't think walking will do it.

[@hansraub8663]

Thanks for all of Your Great Advice !

[@RetirementTransformed]

Glad it was helpful! We appreciate you being here

[@clairelowry9122]

My sister had the perfect excuse: The less you do, the less you wanna do!

[@jenniferrogers1920]

Enjoyed your video, very informative and helpful!! Thank you. Jennifer and Duncan from Canada

[@peterricksugges5698]

Walking everyday helps. You don’t need to be a marathoner. 20 minute walks.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Yes agreed. Thank you for this comment

[@dogbarbill]

MY biggest issue with sleep and being tired is because the vast majority of my working life I was a night shift person. Still am for the most part. Going to bed at 9 or 10pm is pointless for me, all I do is lay in bed for hours. When I finally DO fall asleep, I end up sleeping til late morning or noon. Trying to stay up all night, in order to stay up all day, in order to go to bed at night to sleep makes me feel miserable. Trying to turn your clock around after years of it being a certain way has, for me, been a never ending struggle. I retired in January 2020 about two months before the pandemic locked everything down, and it's still a struggle.

[@melianna999]

Try prayer. Helps.🙏

[@RetirementTransformed]

Hi Bill. Im sorry to hear you're struggling with sleep. That happens to me on occasion. One of the things that has helped my is meditation. And I was the last person on the planet that thought they would ever meditate. But I have been using the app Headspace for five years now and its been so helpful.

[@wendybatista5615]

I'm the same way I go to bed at 1am and cannot change that for the life of me

[@Mmmmchocolate]

I’m not even in retirement yet and I’m exhausted all the time.

[@caseybc6342]

We are exhausted from work. At least I am.

[@davidrumbelow]

We, 72 and 71 walk every day for about an hour in the morning. Then I walk daily with my dog walking friends. We do our own housework. Also try to have only one meat meal a day. Winter we get up at 7 am , summer between 5 am to 6 am to beat the summer heat. I still keep a dairy. For men have a prostate check at least twice a year. We have a check up every 6 months .

[@hermanrogers1325]

I retired may 2018 and had been working every since my first day on duty in military at 19 years old and only missed a few days working in 45 years and never missed paying federal taxes state taxes and all the other tax’s and social security taxes so other people can afford to retire. So it is my time to retire and I do just what a cat does play tired all time and I love it.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Congratulations on your retirement and smart financial decisions along the way.

[@caseybc6342]

You have warned your right to rest.

[@vivieneng9882]

After retirement, I am so tired, doing house work every day and also taking care of dogs. I sleep 4 to 5 hours every day. That is why I so tired.

[@user-mf7xb4rr2o]

Thanks for sharing this with the world 😊😊

[@RetirementTransformed]

My pleasure 😊 We love pulling these videos together.

[@Leann-uj9rg]

I have to finish watching the video. Was wondering why on earth am I so tired. I was giving myself the rest of today to really do nothing much. Which now is the fourth in a row. I just completed a 36 year career not even a week ago. After hearing what you said in the beginning of the video, I feel normal. This laziness won’t be allowed to stick around. I won’t let it. 😊

[@RetirementTransformed]

Taking a break can be helpful. But don't let it last too long.

[@Dana-ml7sy]

The chances of seeing a Dr in the U.K. when you have no obvious problem is really difficult. I got sudden onset diplopia & I had so many blood tests & MRIs than I’ve ever had in my lifetime. Nothing sinister although the actual cause wasn’t found it was noted my red blood cells are slightly out of whack but after 5 months I’m still awaiting an appointment so it can’t be that serious. In the meantime my eyesight corrected itself. Then one early morning loo trip resulted in me fainting & the cause still wasn’t found after tests. I’m 68 & retired & personally attribute these issues with tripping up while exercising, walking, 6 months earlier when I broke my elbow, wrenched my shoulder & then broke my foot a week later. The elbow & shoulder still pains me a year later & Im just getting back my daily chores routine 11:09 . So much for exercise!

[@karenb6771]

Doing nothing is my favorite thing to do!

[@ruthlewis6678]

This is great! Thank you.

[@RetirementTransformed]

You're very welcome. We are happy you like it.

[@benlandry5]

Love your videos! I’m 28 and these tips are fantastic

[@RetirementTransformed]

Glad you like them!

[@Kathleen67.]

One of the things I learned when I was young is always take the stairs, never the elevator. Transfer that to other things, like park across the parking lot, not in front of the door.

[@anoshya]

I’m 71 and rarely get tired as I do one hour in the gym everyday and meditate …I see these as the teenage years…also just playing tennis was not enough for me as I had to,push myself further with aerobic exercise

[@louisd95714]

I don't even have to watch this video to know why. It's because, when some people retire, they tend to move around much less, and because of moving around much less, they tend to feel even more sluggish than they would be if they were still working. In addition, not being active is a recipe to poor health. The more activity one does, both physical and mental, the more healthier and active that person can be.

[@MrCox2121]

It's funny you show the Pickleball video. Ruptured my achilles' first month of retirement. Just came out of the boot and starting to walk. I have become acutely aware of all your key points. Can't wait to get my retirement back on track.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Injuries can definitely happen but we appreciate you getting out there! Take the time you need to heal but absolutely then get back on track. You have a lot of life ahead!

[@glendavis1266]

Sleep is issue for many.

[@Judy122550]

I am a new subscriber. This video is me I retired 7 years ago & do NOTHING ANYMORE ! I am sick of me I am addicted to the computer I do nothing . I use to be a very active person apart of me died when my 6 herniated disc gave out & scoliosis /narrowing of the spine with this pain . It hurts to walk I go this Friday hoping to get a Radio Frequency Ablation that will help 04/21/2023 If not I somehow have to find a way out of this . I want to be me again ! i am so happy your channel came up on my screen . Even perhaps getting a routine for bed may help me mentally. You both have a lovely day !

[@connierodenburg129]

Praying for your complete healing and rejuvenation Judy.

[@RetirementTransformed]

I am so sorry about your illness Judy. I do hope that the Radio Frequency Ablation helped. And I hope the bedtime routine helps with your sleep. We are happy you are here.

[@ruthyoung1032]

If you're retired and love animals the animal shelters always need help. That's what I do and I love it!

[@sahmad9910]

I retired and took up volunteer work to keep me busy. It also keeps me active. Don’t miss the morning and evening walk. Give up carbohydrates. Spend some time with grand children. Sleep cycles occasionally get disturbed, but then return to normal. I avoid sleeping pills.

[@RetirementTransformed]

Thank you for sharing this S Ahmad.

[@wendybrown5935]

Facinating, I retired 5 years ago then my husband retired 6 months ago, I don't stop all day and never sit down, my husband does not move off the sofa all day. Feel like I'm a full time carer lol😆😆😆

[@mikeburgan7675]

I like your thoughts.

[@pedrozatravel]

I am not retired yet, but this is great advice. It is common sense but people forget and it is easy to get lazy quickly.

[@janetramnauth5023]

I had to retire at 55yrs. I am 60+ now . My health is optimal. I hv gotten lazy and don't hv a routine anymore. I am working on changing this.

[@stevenhull5025]

Janet I have just turned 70 and have a lower leg amputation. Tomorrow I'm off to the airport, rented my house, sold everything and decided to travel Asia, Africa and beyond. We only have a few short years before the grim reaper pays a visit so now is the time. Wish you well.

[@roberthuntley1090]

I rapidly fell into a regular routine after I retired, so much so that I find bank holidays annoying because of the changes to the TV schedules.

[@Decrepit_Productions]

I enjoyed this video. That said, it is obviously made for more financially well-off retirees than myself. Not that there's anything wrong with that.

[@marionbaker5562]

I'm retired and 68 and everyone else started going out to eat all the time getting fat .My friend said I'm getting so old l can't do anything anymore. I loved my friend ,so l told him the truth that he was fat .Now he can hike 100 miles with me in 5 days.

[@WORDversesWORLD]

The first three years of my retirement was spent traveling, but after covid and travel became to restricted I stayed home, now I’m bored to death.

[@stevenhull5025]

Easy solution. Rent your home and start traveling again.

[@HealthWiseExercise]

Great advice! If people looked at exercise as a health savings account, perhaps they would be more apt to do it. By staying active and avoiding excessive sitting, retirees can greatly reduce their risk of developing costly and debilitating conditions. Not only does being active lead to a better quality of life, but it also saves a significant amount of money on healthcare expenses.

[@gilbertahsam643]

I have been retired since 2002 my first yr I didn't do anything and I got so sick and gained so much weight I almost died. I changed my diet and I exercise everyday. I don't drink anymore and haven't drank since 2004 to 2023. I am always doing something everyday

[@RetirementTransformed]

This is so inspiring! Nice work!

[@caseybc6342]

Congrats on sobriety.

[@peterdelbove2838]

Just found you guys, and I like the discussion. So I subscribed!

[@RetirementTransformed]

Welcome Peter. We are glad you are here

[@richardt4824]

Its hard work doing nothing ! What you are saying is totally correct.

[@Tincupping]

This makes me want to keep working, achieving, creating and pumping the vo2 max. Thanks guys!

[@RetirementTransformed]

You can do it! We love your energy.

[@SophieBird07]

I’ve been retired for 9 years. I’m not tired. In fact I feel more energized as a rule. Perhaps because I live alone and I am not pulled in directions of compromise all the time?

[@torreypanse1525]

the problem with doing nothing is knowing when you are done!!!