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... By Karli Taylor
Need a quick pick me up? Put down the coffee and try one of these proven instant energy boosters.
Stand up. Easy enough, right? Sitting down for long periods of time is actually a huge energy drainer. The less overall activity you do, the less energy is required to keep you functioning, so your body starts to slow down. In order to keep energy levels up, stand up for 2 or 3 minutes for every 30 that you sit.
Still dragging? Walk it off. If standing at your desk is not enough to get you out of your mid-afternoon slump, adding a little bit of movement creates energy. Research shows that just 10 minutes of brisk walking will increase levels of serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine in your system and can increase your energy for up to two hours.
While out on your walk, grab a snack for even more added energy. Don’t stroll to the vending machine though - sugary snacks may give you a quick energy burst, but the crash that follows isn’t worth it! The key is to grab a snack with the right mix of nutrients. The fastest way to have sustainable energy without a crash is with a snack that includes carbs, protein, and a little fat. Try an apple with peanut butter or a yogurt with a few almonds for a boost that lasts about 2 hours.
