A Change Will Do You Good: Three Simple Changes to Increase Energy

Most of us would say that we could use a lot more energy in our lives. With stressful jobs, families, and a fast-paced way of living, our personal energy can be the first thing to go, and we try to replace it with unhealthy habits like caffeine in order to keep up. With a little discipline, healthy changes are easy to make, which will increase your mental capacity, energy, and overall satisfaction with life. Here are a few to start as soon as possible:

Exercise

Walking for just thirty minutes a day can increase your metabolism and refresh your mind. If you can’t do it every day, try it three times a week. Invest in some quality props, yoga pants and quality running shoes, and get out there to do some good for your brain, your body, and your overall health. The act of exercise will also help decompress from stressful situations and add a sense of calm.

Sleep

Sleep patterns are vitally important to gaining more energy. If you’re not getting enough sleep, it’s time to make some changes to give your body the rest it needs. Ensure that you’re getting at least eight hours of sleep. Rather than setting a bed time, set a time to prepare to get ready for bed, a half hour before the time you’d like to be in bed. That way, you’re not scrambling at your bedtime to wash your face and brush your teeth. Allowing some time for prep before bed helps. If you read before going to bed, set your prep time an hour before your goal bedtime.

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Food

It’s really true that we are what we eat, and eating foods that are unhealthy for you may greatly zap your energy. Foods that are high in sugar, caffeine or simple carbohydrates will cause energy levels to spike and them diminish quickly. While they may feel good in the moment, you’re actually diminishing your overall energy and becoming dependent on unhealthy foods. Make some diet adjustments to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, especially leafy greens.

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