If you have lost your oomph for getting things done then here are 7 easy tips to get some instant get up and go?
1. Get some SUN. If you are lucky enough to live in the Sunshine state there is no excuse for getting out and taking a 10 minute walk in the sun. There is a vitamin D deficiency being diagnosed across the country. This is the only place you can get it outside of a supplement. The sun switches on our bodies to make vitamin D which strengthens bones and teeth and helps our bodies build immunities against disease.
2. Have Breakfast. Not the first time you have heard that one, right? Breakfast fuels your body for the day and kick starts your metabolism. Having breakfast will also maintain blood sugar levels.
3. Eat every couple of hours. Think of your body like you are feeding a fire. To keep the fire going (metabolism) you need to constantly put some more fuel into it. Have an emergency stash in your desk drawer if you need it. Be sure to take into account the 2/3 – 1/3 rule when fuelling your body. 2/3 of what you eat should look like it came out of the ground(fruits, vegetables, grains etc) and the 1/3 is the other stuff (meat, dairy, sweets etc)
4. Take some time to chill-out during your day. This may just mean stepping away from your desk and sitting outside on a park bench to close your eyes and breathe deep or it may be just some yoga at your desk (www.mydailyyoga.com). Breathing and Meditation reduces stress, slows pulse, relaxes the brain and reduces blood pressure.
5. Exercise. Believe it or not, the only way you can have energy is to use it. Best time for the body is before 2pm. It will boost your blood flow and help you sleep better. Don’t wait for the energy bug to hit you. Get up from your chair, get outside and put one foot in front of the other.
6. Switch off your brain 1 hour before bed. This means no TV or media (computers), phones (even texting) etc.
7. Recharge your batteries. If you are eating well and exercising but you still have no energy it may be because of not getting enough sleep. 8 hours is recommended.
Chris Bakens
©Healthy Executives 2009
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