Five Energy Boosters to Get Your Day Going

Are you tired of feeling sluggish and having no energy? Try these five suggestions and get your day off to an energetic start.

1. Sleep

   Everyone needs it, but sometimes it's hard to get the recommended 8 hours. Do your best to sleep as long as possible during the night, and if you need to, take some power naps during the day. 15 minutes will do wonders!

2. Exercise

   It's miraculous how just 30 minutes of pedaling a bicycle or taking a brisk walk in the morning can boost your energy level for the rest of the day.

3. Eat Right and Healthy
   

   Eating a balanced diet will keep you from feeling sluggish. You especially need complex carbohydrates such as pasta, or peas. They boost your energy quickly.

4. Sit Up Straight
   

   Yes, that's right your mom knew what she was talking about when she told you not to slouch! Sitting up straight opens your chest cavity and can increase oxygen intake, which can help jumpstart your energy level.

5. Breathe

   You don't have to meditate or do yoga. When you feel yourself losing steam, take a minute and take some long deep breaths. It will help perk you up!