We've all experienced that 2 p.m. wall. Your gusto for the day starts to burn out, you're crashing from your cup(s) of coffee, and your lunch is settling in your stomach like a brick leaving you feeling drained and ready for a nap. Instead of heading for the kitchen to refill your coffee mug again or pop the top on a can of soda, turn to holistic solutions that will help give you a sustainable energy refuel and even prevent the afternoon sleepies in the first place! Check it out:
Power-Up with Breakfast
When you start your morning strong with nutrients and nourishing substance, it will absolutely transform the pattern of your workday and help keep the afternoon slump at bay. Try a quick breakfast shake with fruits, omega-3s, and digestible protein to help keep energy at a healthy level throughout your morning. Or pack a hard-boiled egg and some almond butter wheat toast to munch on when you get there.
Avoid Caffeine
Trust us, we know how impossible this sounds. But, did you know that caffeine can stay in your system anywhere from four to six hours affecting your nervous system, heart rate, and respiratory system? The good news is, there are so many healthy alternatives to caffeine these days that put a pep in your step and help get you going in the morning without the mid-afternoon crash that comes along with coffee or sugary drinks. Right now we're loving matcha, turmeric lattes, and herbal teas!
Get Up and Move
A great way to boost energy levels is to get your blood flowing, even if just for a few minutes, to help break up your day. Many of us sit for long hours during a workday, and if you have a job where you're on your feet all day, certain stretches and yoga poses can help relieve some of that strain as well. Check out these office exercises you can do at your desk to help increase blood flow and energy during your afternoon!
Explore Holistic Solutions
Elevate is a caffeine-free supplement that works to boost energy, increase fat loss and cellular repair, enhance metabolism and mental focus, and even reverse signs of aging. This super-supplement works by giving cells the activators they need to encourage ATP (energy) formation. Keep it on your desk next to your computer as a reminder to take some with your lunch and prevent the crash altogether while boosting focus and energy at work!
Don't let the crash defeat you and your day come 2 or 3 p.m. Restore your body's energy and "umph" with these simple tricks and lifestyle habits to ensure a clear mind and bring the life back to your workday! Feeling tired all the time? Check out how sleep can impact your health and energy long-term here.
Have you ever tried having a conversation with someone BEFORE your morning cup of coffee? It never turns out too well does it? Energy seems to be a luxury now-a-days. It's tough to feel awake and ready to take on the day after a long day of work and binge watching Netflix at night. While we are all about that morning cup of coffee, continuing to indulge throughout the day can really throw a wrench in your circadian rhythm causing you to have sleep disruptions and feel groggy upon waking instead of feeling well rested and ready to go. Osmosis knows it's not easy to say no to the mid afternoon caffeine trip, but we do have 5 easy solutions for you to gain energy in a more natural way.
* Sleep! Getting the right amount of sleep is not only vital to having sustained energy throughout the day, it's vital to your overall health and wellness. Relax Harmonized Water helps promote sounder sleep and helps reduce stress. It's so hard to turn off our minds at night. Try taking five pumps of Relax 30 minutes before you want to hit the hay, then meditate for 20 minutes. Focus on breathing. In through your nose and out through your mouth. Tell each body part to rest, starting with your feet. Once you get to your head, focus on clearing your mind and give yourself permission to put your daily stressors away for the night.
* Wake up and WORK OUT! Working out in the morning has been proven to kick-start energy and sustain it throughout the day. Try yoga, cardio, or a fun barre class to get your heart, body, and spirit moving. Check out our tips for your pre-workout fuel here.
* Energize Me Harmonized Water. Once you hit that mid morning slump (around 11 AM), take 5 pumps of Energize Me. This frequency targets the body's natural energy sources, giving you a non-jittery bolt of "Let's do this!" Energize Me can be taken throughout the day (and before your workout) to better provide you with non-caffeinated energy.
*Rejuvenate Mind and Body Harmonized Water: The perfect addition to your lunch time routine! Rejuvenate helps tired muscles and organs (like your brain). These frequencies target mental sharpness, focus and serotonin (the hormone that helps us feel happy)! This is the perfect pick-me-up before you attack the second half of your day.
*Stretch. Halfway through your day, take a 10 minute break to go someplace relaxing and quiet to realign the body and mind. Stretch from head to toe and give your muscles a quick shake-out to wake them up from being at a desk. Practice deep breathing while you stretch to ensure your brain is getting a good dose of oxygen.
You CAN get through the day without that second cup of coffee or soda. Practice these five steps and start seeing boundless energy results within two weeks!
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