how to stay energetic throughout the day?
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Hi Neo,\n\nLike most of us, you may be addicted to sugar and / or caffeine.  Both of these are extremely addictive, and it isn't talked about enough.\n\nBoth of these addictions will mess with your ability to have energy all day.\n\nIt is understandable that coffee sometimes works, especially if you have a caffeine addiction.\n\nIf you REALLY want a smooth flow of energy all day, begin with ...\n\na healthy breakfast\na healthy lunch\na healthy supper\ntry not to eat much right before you go to bed\nlearn to identify which foods have sugar and begin avoiding them\nsame goes for caffeine\n\nJust conquering these 2 addictions will make such a change in your life that you will think your age is going in reverse.\n\nHope this helps.
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Do some deep breathing.\n\nTake stretch breaks no fewer than once an hour apart. Sitting for long periods of time puts enormous physical stress on us.\n\nIf you can listen to music, put on something soothing that doesn't have a fast beat.\n\nTake your shoes off under your desk. (It does work!)\n\nGo for a brisk walk on a break or lunch.\n\nPut in a full sprectrum light. Being under flourescent lights all the time isn't good for our bodies.\n\nMeditate.\n\nThe second link below is 52 steps to reducing stress. Some of the things you do before you go to work can reduce your stress before you get there, and during the day while you're working.
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begin the day with power questions rather than jumping out of your bed and rushing 2 start ur day.Take 5-10 minutes to ask ur self these questions-1. why am i happy about in my life now?  2.why am i proud in my life now? 3.why am i committed 2 in my life right right now?\nAnswer these questions, to ur self,out loud, or write them down 2 start ur day in the right frame of mind, and to remind u how 2day is perfect.\nEXERCISE!! 2 HELPS US\nThink positively.During a day when u face a crisis, think "challenge".Remember, its all in ur PECEPTION of the situations that determines how sterssful it is.Approaching any stressful event in this manner will positively boost ur energy.So the next time u face a conflict, think in positive terms.When u face an obstacle, think "opportunity"
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Try eating several small, healthy meals throughout the day and remember that of those meals, breakfast is the most important - it jump starts your metabolism.  The best thing you can do, though, is excercise!
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Vitamins do not give you energy and provided you eat a good balanced diet you should not need them.\nCarbohydrates give you energy.  Eat low GI foods (Google GI Diet by Rick Gallup) for a list of low GI foods which will give you sustained energy throughout the day, not just quicks highs and then rebound lows.
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I know this might seem hard to do with your busy schedule, but exercise will make you feel so much better. Also drink water, and energy bars that contain lots of protein. Get all of your nutrients from your daily meals. Never skip a meal.
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Here are some ideas\n\n1) As previously mentioned, exercise is good for you, and can give you extra energy.\n\n2) A bad diet can prevent your body from processing energy efficiently.  Be sure to cut down on sweets, if you're into that kind of thing.\n\n3) Studies show that most Americans don't get enough sleep at night.  If you go to bed at a decent hour, you might not be so groggy in the morning.\n\nI don't know if any of them apply to you, but I wish you the best.
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Eat an apple with breakfast, it supposedly wakes you up as well as a cup of coffee but is healthier for you.\n\nTake a 15-20 minute powernap on your lunch break, if you work, or after you get home from work/school.\n\nDo 15-20 minutes of exercise a day. It doesn't have to be anything really strenuous - even a little cardio work will work. After a few days of that you will feel more energized already.
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Make sure you eat something befoe you go because that will give you energy. Also if you start to get drowsy, stretch. You could also excuse yourself to the bathroom, walking will help and you can also splash water on your face.
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Simply get up for stretch breaks.  Walk around the area.  get enough sleep for starters.  Eat breakfast, have a small healthy snack, eat a small to medium sized lunch. Dont overdo it on the caffeine because when it wears off then that makes you sleepy.  Above all what helps me is a chocolate a day!!!!
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Exercise regularly; start a consistent bedtime routine; avoid caffeine and nicotine before bedtime; try relaxation techniques like breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga; take a warm bath before bedtime; don't stress about not sleeping which can make you stay up even longer; and I like sleeping with the window open for fresh air.
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Back when I was working out and running every morning for two months (before breakfast), by the end of those two months, my energy level was through the roof.  I actually had the energy to clean the house.\n\nSo exercise is definitely one way to get energized.  It'll take some time though.
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Relax. Think about something else that stressed you out during the day but not so much you loose it. Maybe stop and change positions.
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DON'T use sugar and caffeine it's bad for you! get regular exercise and you will feel more energy in you all day and then at night when it's time to go to sleep you'll zonk like a lightbulb! exercise is a MUCH healthier alternative for people like us who are in school, I know it's hard to stay awake sometimes but if you get about two hours of exercise everyday, after about two weeks you'll see a tremendous difference! If your body is healthier you'll have lots more energy. Oh and eat healthy, avoid sugar you will not feel so great at first but later you feel better.
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Try taking a multi-vitamin and B-6.  It really helps me get a little more energy throughout the day.  Also, for your back, try swimming.  Good luck!
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eat a breakfast in the morning this will get you metabolism going and will keep you more alert. i drink dr peper alot as this gets me hyper.
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while it's generally not a good idea to study for long hours, i for one have been in that position many times.  the key is to stay away from processed sugar and caffeine for as long as possible because while they'll give you a quick burst of energy, you'll crash a few hours later.  while you study, eat protein (eggs, etc) and snack on veggies or fruits - they'll give you energy, and munching on something will keep your eyes open.  also try to take breaks every couple hours so you don't get burnt out.