How to Get a Quick Energy Boost

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If you find yourself feeling worn out, break free of those doldrums and give you back your pep.

Step 1: Get moving
Get moving with some quick exercises like jumping jacks or push-ups wherever you are. Bursts of activity will increase your heart rate and blood flow to your brain for a quick pick-me-up.

Step 2: Go for a quick walk
Take time to head for a quick 10-minute walk in the sunshine. The sights and sounds of nature can elevate your mood and the Vitamin D from sunlight can give you a boost of energy.

Tip
Consider purchasing specially designed desk lamps that simulate sunlight and boost mood and energy even during the grayest winter days.

Step 3: Motivate with music
Flip on some motivational music to get your heart rate up, your mind focused, and your enthusiasm for the day chugging.

Step 4: Chow on a healthy snack
Chow down on a healthy snack like nuts, which contain protein to dilate blood vessels and help with blood flow.

Tip
Protein also boosts mental alertness and energy, and keeps you from crashing later.

Step 5: Help a friend
Help a friend in need for that rush of good feeling chemicals called endorphins. You can feel the same high by laughing at a funny video, cartoon, or joke as well.

Step 6: Surround yourself with happy people
Surround yourself with naturally happy people and hand out a few compliments to feel instantly energized the rest of the day.

Did You Know?
The Red Bull Energy Drink was founded in 1984, and the drink was an instant success when it hit Austrian markets in 1987.