We are not super human beings and every now and then we all experience an energy slump. We have put together 10 natural, simple and free ways to boost your energy levels and increase your productivity:
1. Open a window. Get some fresh air, if this is not possible, turn on a fan or take a quick 5 minute walk outside your office
2. Stay organized. Cluttered environments zap our energy and create frustration when we can’t find things. Clean it up and clear your mind. Read our de-cluttering guides here.
3. Take two minutes to sit and breathe. Deep breathing helps to reduce stress and therefore fatigue. Increase the level of oxygen in your blood and calm your mind for just a few minutes and you will notice the positive effects immediately.
4. Put the sugar in your bin. Increased sugar levels will lead to fluctuations in energy and ultimately have a negative effect. Bin it!
5. Eat regularly throughout the day. East consistently, and choose whole grains and natural energy foods.
6. Prioritize your day. Schedule a ‘to-do’ list the evening before, and start the day with the hardest/most important task first. And once that is done, the rest of the day will be an enjoyable breeze!
7. Exercise. A no brainer and yet few of us do this everyday. Most research suggests it is best to exercise in the morning, but I find this almost impossible with my schedule and I prefer to exercise at night. I think as long as you are fitting in at least 20 minutes per day your body and mind will thank you for it.
8. Sleep! We generally need 7-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep to function at our best. Don’t build up a sleep debt.
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[Posted by Brooke]
