4 easy tips to boost your energy
Even if you try to keep to a healthy diet and work out regularly, chances are there are times of day when your energy fades, or entire days when you just don’t feel like you’re on the right track. Between the constant demands on your time from work and family, it can be tough to stay energized all day long.
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Here are some easy tips for ways to boost your energy and add more pep to your step, throughout your day.
1. Protein-up your breakfast
You probably know you shouldn’t skip breakfast, and many of us have to eat it on the go, but there’s more you can do — your energy level will thank you later if you add more protein to the first meal of the day.
2. Plan ahead
Pack protein-rich snacks to bring with you on the go, so you have healthy options handy to give you a quick pick-me-up throughout your day, especially when you feel your energy is fading. Small snacks throughout the day won’t make you feel sleepy the way a large meal can.
- Nuts with little or no added salt or oil
- Low-fat cheese
- Meat sticks
- Greek yogurt without added sugar
3. Stay hydrated
Often energy levels can drop when you’re dehydrated. Be proactive to keep yourself ready for anything.
- Bring along a reusable water bottle to sip throughout the day.
4. Keep active
Even when you’ve worked out in the morning, but especially on those days you miss the gym, find ways to add more activity throughout the day.
- When you’re at a desk all day, take breaks to walk outside or around your office.
- Find somewhere to do a little stretching, squats and lunges to activate your muscles.
- At home, find projects around the house that keep you moving.
- Get down on the floor or out in the yard to play with the kids or pets.
