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BOOST YOUR ENERGY LEVELS |
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| Do you feel tired - even when you haven't been doing anything
physically demanding? Perhaps your natural energy levels need to be boosted.
Try these simply techniques: Take a few very deep breaths. It relieves nervous tension, lowers blood pressure, and reduces stress harmones. It also boosts oxygen, which in turn increases the level of ATP (adenosine triphosphate - a high energy substance generated in our body cells). Meditate - it lowers stress levels and increase energy. Done properly, 20 minutes of meditation is equivalent to 4 hours of restful sleep, according to Charles Kuntzleman, Ed. D., author of Maximizing Your Energy Level & Personal Productivity. Stretch - Begin your day with stretches. Arching your day with stretches. arching your back is one of the best stretches. Stretch periodically throughout the day. Listen to your body clock, Some people are at their best in the early morning, others are night owls. Save critical tasks of Periods of highest energy. Drink lots of water. Waste materials contribute to fatigue and muscle aches. water flushes them out. For every pound of water lost, there is a significant drop in the body's energy producing ability. Aim for a minimum of 8 glasses per day, and more on high - energy requirement levels. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. A full stomach makes blood rush, from the brain to the stomachs leaving you feeling sluggish. Avoid foods high in saturated fats, which take longer to digest. Do include foods with essential fatty acids, like fish and nuts. These boost energy levels. Get more sunlight and fresh air. Light suppress melatonin, the substance that makes you drowsy. Even artificial light can have a boosting effect. Stand up straight. Correct posture puts less strain on muscles, and leaves more energy for other things. Adjust your sleep habits. Everyone has different "right" amount of sleep. Your right amount of sleep. Your right amount whatever allows you to wake up naturally and refreshed. |
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