Too tired to get in shape? Try these tips to boost your energy:
This here is a self fulfilling cycle - don't exercise and your energy level continues downward.
Numerous studies have shown that previously sedentary individuals develop more energy to get up and go after engaging in a regular exercise program.
Yes, you must use energy to exercise but in turn you'll gain more energy because your body will have increased and more efficient oxygen delivery and processing.
It's highly unlikely that coming home to plunk down as a couch potato in front of a television is going to leave you feeling energized.
So here's a few tips to help you get the energy needed to get in shape and more:
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1. Exercise in short bouts. Try to fit in at least three 10 minute work-out sessions throughout your day. Think about it, only 10 minutes put aside to get in some exercise. You'll start finding that your energy level will improve so much so that you'll be able to increase the duration of the time you're exercising
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2. Exercise and do it at the right time. Yes exercise is good to boost energy but if done too close to your bed time it could actually hinder a good nights sleep thereby setting you up for fatigue. Why? Our bodies tend to cool down which signals the onset of sleep but exercise heats up our bodies which then requires time to cool down. At the very least, try to get in your exercise session at least 3 hours before bedtime otherwise you could be in for a restless night.
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3. Make smart nutrition choices. When it comes to what we put in our bodies, the choices we make have a huge impact on how energized you feel before a workout. Ever heard of a sugar crash? It's that exhausted fatigued effect that happens after eating something with a high sugar content - usually highly processed foods like cakes, cookies and sugary drinks aka 'junk food'. Choose healthy eats throughout the day and before a workout like fruit (apples, bananas, pears, raisins, grapes) that won't spike your sugar levels and set you up for a crash.
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4. Catch some Zzzzs. Getting enough sleep is a no brainer to having more energy. Multiple studies have shown adequate rest is effective for improving alertness and boosting energy. How much rest is adequate? It seems that at least 7 hours is the minimum amount that's acceptable to reduce health risks and have adequate energy throughout the day.
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