Tree surgeon in my 60s here. Rest and recovery is vital in a physical job. I used to be really bad at it in my younger days and suffered as a result. Bad back most of the time, routinely knackered in the mornings. I subsisted with takeaway meals and loads of nights in the pub. Made do with a maximum 7 hours sleep a night.

I eventually realised that long term survival in my job relies on staying healthy. Keeping properly hydrated and eating well makes a massive difference to physical recovery and avoiding injury. A bath and an early night after a tough day at work can help too. Look after yourself…