Show of hands: how many of you opened up this article because, only moments before, you plopped down on the couch with your phone in hand, thinking about how tired you are" Many people struggle with a lack of energy these days, and while the reasons for it vary, the solutions tend to be pretty consistent across the board.
Whether you?re planning a wedding, taking care of a new baby, putting in hours at a high-pressure job, or anything in between, there are a few simple things you can do to naturally boost your energy levels. These tips and tricks will make you feel better throughout the day, which might make it easier to tackle your monstrous to-do list!
Simply Stand Up
The average American spends 13 hours of their day sitting down?at the office, in their cars, in front of the TV…you get the picture. Couple this fact with the eight hours a day we sleep (or, at least, we should be sleeping), and you?ll notice that 21 hours of the day can be spent sedentary! This lack of activity can cause your blood vessels to contract, limiting the blood flow throughout the body and quickly depleting your energy resources. So, how can you combat this effect" GET UP! Whenever you start to feel lethargic, get up and walk or jump up and down for a quick rush of energy. If you?re working long hours at the office, take breaks and make sure you spend them moving (not watching YouTube videos or scrolling through Instagram). Also, try to build movement into your routine; if you wal...