“Exhausted? Tips on how to remain energized throughout the day”
Do you feel exhaustion set in even though the day
has not even begun? Do you feel groggy and tired even after sleeping 8 hours a
day? If you do then you’ve come to the right place. This blog describes ways
that can help you feel energized and moving from day to night time.
1.
Basking in Sunlight
Start your day by exposing yourself to Sunlight.
Natural Sunlight can regulate our circadian rhythms. Start your lovely day b
going out for a walk, and opening the curtains in your room. The natural
sunlight decreases melatonin; the hormone responsible for inducing sleep.
2.
Start your day with an energy-filled
Start
your day by eating breakfast rich in protein. Protein-filled breakfasts such as
eggs, and nuts provide you with the necessary energy you need for functioning
throughout the day. They also help with improving concentration and
productivity. However, consuming carbohydrates and sugary breakfasts have the
opposite effect. They leave you feeling hungry and unfilled.
3. Be Mindful of what You snack on
Focus on what you consume and snack on. Junk food and increased sugar consumption can leave you feeling unfulfilled and low on energy. Whereas protein and fiber snacks such as nuts, hemp seeds, etc can give you the energy you need throughout the day.
4.
Exercise
Adding
exercise to your daily routine can greatly help with sleep and elevate one's
mood. It does by the release of endorphins and endocannabinoids that relieve
pain and result in better sleep. Research also states that people who exercise are
less likely to feel anxious.
Instead
of lying down when you feel tired go for a walk, and start jogging. Start small
and then move on to bigger goals. You will notice that you feel so much more
energized after taking that walk.
5. Focus on Sleep
Sleep can drastically lead to an increase or decrease in energy levels.
Adopting better sleep habits such as exercising, getting adequate sunlight,
decreasing alcohol or caffeine consumption, maintaining a fixed sleep schedule,
practicing meditation before bedtime, and not using electronics an hour or so
before sleeping can lead to better sleep.
6.
Reduce Caffeine Intake
Caffeine,
although can help you feel energized for some time, it is not the best solution
in the long run. This is because it can create dependency and wears off
quickly. Furthermore, you have to consume more and more caffeine for the same
energized feeling. It can also cause jitteriness, enhance stress levels, lead
to headaches, disturb one's circadian rhythms and throw it off completely. A
better alternative to caffeine would be herbal teas or simply plain old water.
7. Stay Hydrated
A major cause of exhaustion throughout the day can be a lack of hydration. So, one must keep one hydrated. The daily recommended dose is eight glasses of water. This will not only keep you hydrated but keep you energized and awake for your day.
8. Take Breaks
Between your tasks take small breaks to socialize, and get moving.
According to research, the human brain cannot stay focused for more than ninety
minutes. Use the POMODORO technique to plan out your tasks. Doing this will not
only make your work more effective but you also won't have to go through the
frustration of sitting at your desk for such a long time.
CONCLUSION
Hopefully, if you follow these tips you will be on your way to a more energized and youthful you!
