- Getting up late on the weekend
You wake up feeling sluggish rather than alert. Rather than getting up late in the mornings, spread out your sleep over the day in naps not more than 4 minutes each. Not only will you feel sharp, but you will also be more likely to fall asleep at your normal time at night.
- Eating a big breakfast
When you eat a meal with lot of calories and fat, then some of the food that normally provides energy to the brain and muscles, is diverted to the stomach to help with digestion. Instead , try two eggs and a toast with jam.
- You never snack between meals.
If you go for more than four hours without food, your blood sugar may drop, which drains your energy and leaves you cranky and ravenous. Munching on a portion controlled snack that is a combo of protein, carbo and fats can help stabilize your blood sugar, mood and energy levels. Smart choices include one ounce of string cheese with one quarter cup of soy nuts, one fourth cup of dried fruit and 20 almonds or a mini whole wheat sandwich filled with a low calorie dressing. You ca \n also include food with high water content such as soup, salad and veggies which will make you feel full faster and eat less.
- You hydrate during and after workout
To say energized, drink 16 ounces of water spaced out over one to two hours before you exercise and aother 6 to 8 ounces within 15 minutes of working out.
- To extend our cardio, you skip the stretch
Do full body stretching for at least five minutes after exercising. It expedites recovery of muscles and improves circulation, making you feel more energetic.
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