12 practical savings for shift-workers
Across the Blue Light community, our members routinely face long shifts and unsociable hours.
While we all manage variable schedules differently, Blue Light Card, we’re committed to helping you to maximise your work/life balance.
Drink up and stay hydrated
While our April Fools Day prank about protecting your tea break may have been a joke, if you’re working long or unusual hours, it’s important not to rely (too much) on caffeine to keep you going.
Treating yourself to a tea or coffee early on in your shift might give you a bit of a boost but having too much, or drinking a caffeinated beverage near the end of the night, can ruin your sleep schedule and cause all manner of issues long-term.
Drink up with 10% off Chilly’s reusable water bottles, coffee cups and accessories
Skip added sugars, sweeteners, flavours or preservatives with 15% off better drinks for you (and the planet) when you shop with Fount Drinks.
Or, if you’re curious about Kombucha, why not save 15% on sparkling live culture drinks courtesy of Remedy Drinks which are reported to help digestion and support your immune system.
Keep your energy up with savings on snacks
Having fried or processed food can leave you feeling sluggish so we’d advise filling up on a small portion of slow-release carbs like pasta or potatoes and packing a selection of healthy snacks to stay up.
Just because you’re eating healthily however, doesn’t mean you have to stick to celery and carrot sticks!
Get 45% off Protein Works’ selection of premium-grade, sports nutrition products.
Save an exclusive 20% on Grenade protein bars, spreads, shakes and energy drinks.
Or, if you’re looking to reduce your sugar intake, why not save on low calorie, high protein or gluten free snack ranges as well as vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, keto and paleo-friendly products with 30% off all Skinny Food Co. products.
Keep your body moving
It goes without saying that on long night shifts, staying active helps to keep you alert.
While breaks and connecting with your colleagues are great ways to pass the time, keeping moving can be a fab way to stay busy and get your steps in.
Treat your feet to a little extra comfort with 20% off Scholl insoles.
Claim an exclusive 30% off Crocs and be comfortable in your own shoes thanks to their commitment to using revolutionary materials that are lighter, softer and more flexible than ever before.
Track your steps, heart health, sleep and more with up to 33% on selected Fitbit smartwatches for a limited time only!
Sleep well
It’s well known that shift work can play havoc on your ability to get some shut-eye, and a lack of sleep can lead to poor health and lower work performance.
Though taking time to decompress with music, a book or a hot bath is always good; we thought it’d be more useful if we help you save in creating that little space of calm that suits you.
Stay tuned for our advice on how to buy the best mattress and the best ways to track your sleep but, for now, why don’t you see how much you can save?
Save 41% on all orders over £300 when you shop with Simba Sleep.
Need new bedding or want to save on blackout curtains? Save an extra 20% with Julian Charles!
Offer recommendation: Enjoy 40% off SleepHub technology and retrain your brain to restore natural sleep patterns. Made by Cambridge Sleep Sciences Ltd, SleepHub claims to be ideal for those who experience insomnia or have disrupted sleep patterns due to shift work, parenting or travel.
No need to panic!
If you’re not yet a member, don’t worry!
Save on stress and make your shift feel smoother by signing up to Blue Light Card today to start saving while you shop with our exclusive range of discounts on all your favourite brands!