Once you hit your 30s and beyond having the spring in your step is often a thing of the past…but it doesn’t have to be like that! Have you caught yourself saying things like, ‘I’m too tired for (blank)’? I’m here to help you out. There are some simple things you can do that will give you more energy throughout the day and promote a better health-span and longevity.
6 Top Tips For More Energy
- Exercise. This may seem like a no-brainer, and counterintuitive. It’s hard to want to exercise/workout when you are tired and don’t have energy. However, when you exercise consistently you will have more energy than normal. Remember to improve your stamina and energy you need to prioritize strength training and aerobic conditioning.
- Nutrition. If you eat like crap, you’ll feel like crap. Highly processed foods, foods high in sugar and/or fat will make you feel sluggish. Instead of reaching for the candy, go for some fruit.
- Manage your energy like a bank account. In a recent article by NBC they likened energy to bank deposits or withdrawals. The idea is to maximize the things that energize you and limit the things that are an energy drain on you.
- Reduce visual strain. Spending too long looking at a phone, TV, or computer screen will strain your eyes and cause fatigue. Take a quick break every hour or two and do an eye exercise (see below). You’ll be surprised how quickly you’ll feel better.
- Nasal breathing. Breathing in through your nose is excellent for SO many reasons. In this case, often fatigue can stem from lack of oxygen and stimulation from the lower lobes of your lungs. Nasal breathing improves both of those. Try breathing in through your nose for 4 seconds. Hold the air in for 4 seconds and exhale through the nose for 4,6,8,or 12 seconds. Do a few rounds of this and you’ll be more alert.
- Get your Longevity Blueprint. This in-depth assessment will help you pinpoint why you may be lacking energy and provide practical next steps you can take to improve it.