The gap between the energy level of individuals in the morning when they enter the office and that of post-lunch hours is immense. Most people arrive at work in a great mood, ready to take on any challenge but by the middle of the day, all that most of them want to do is to go home and take a nap. Then there are those whose days begin on a tired note itself. It might not be a realistic or sustainable option to take a day off work early for a round of proper sleep, but there are certain ways in which an individual can keep their energy levels up throughout the day.
Some of how one can stay energized at work throughout the day include:
● Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Ensuring a good night’s sleep without any disturbances can be the game changer when it comes to keeping the body’s energy levels up the whole day. A working individual requires a minimum of 7-9 hours of undisturbed sleep to help recharge and relax the mind and body. After a proper night’s sleep, the body instantly feels refreshed and rejuvenated and the mind also feels calmer, with a positive outlook.
● Beginning the Day on a Musical Note
Second to getting your body to wake up, the most difficult task in the morning has to be getting ready for work and after a point can turn out to be a tedious routine. One of the best ways to deal with this monotony is to get ready with music that uplifts and makes you want to dance. It gives the mind that instant boost of energy needed to jolt out of somnolence, which is why a lot of people wake up to music by setting some of their favorite songs as an alarm.
● Putting in Some Exercise
There is a reason why most people include workouts as a part of their morning routine: it increases the flow of blood to the muscles and shakes it out of the stiffness of sleep, and the happy hormones provide the energy shot needed to begin the day on a positive note. Even light yoga and a little bit of stretching and meditation can do the trick.
● Having a Proper and Filling Meal
The saying “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day” exists for a reason. A healthy breakfast ensures that all the nutrient requirements of the body are being met properly, and the individual feels full and satisfied after the meal. An unfulfilling meal can make an individual feel cranky and drowsy, while a proper breakfast can go a long way in preventing a mid-morning slump.
● Taking a Refreshing Shower
Nothing screams “Wake Up” to the body like a cold shower. People have relied on cold showers for a long time to refresh and rejuvenate themselves in the morning and it gives them a feeling of being fresh throughout the day. However, a warm shower can also prove to be quite helpful in giving an awakening nudge to the body.
● Working in a Well-Lit Environment
The environment you work in affects your productivity tremendously, which is why it is important to ensure that the environment is optimized to provide better working conditions. Working in bright white light stimulates the body and mind and can keep an individual alert and prevent them from getting drowsy.
● Taking Short Breaks
Taking a 10-minute break every 2 hours can refresh the body and mind, induce relaxation, and relieve stress. Exposing oneself to fresh air, doodling, and using a stress ball are some of the ways to keep drowsiness at bay.
However, the most effective way to deal with mid-day drowsiness is to remain properly hydrated throughout the day for better circulation of blood to the brain to keep it refreshed, as dehydration can lower an individual’s energy and lower their ability to concentrate on work. Also, it helps to have a healthy snack from time to time like eggs, nuts, and yogurt, among others, that are rich in antioxidants and also keep the individual energized.
