Sixty-Seconds to Renewed Energy

Sixty-Seconds to Renewed EnergyNeed a quick boost to get you moving? Something you can do right here and now to give you a zap of instant energy? Our sixty-second energy boosters are sure to do the trick!

COLD WATER Drink small amounts of cold water every thirty minutes throughout your day. Studies have shown that doing so sends clear and immediate signals to the brain to increase your level of energy and alertness. On the go? Bring an insulated cup or bottle with you to keep the water chilled.

IN TOUCH WITH MINT Chew strong peppermint or spearmint gum or mints or inhale a few drops of spearmint essential or eucalyptus on a tissue. Oils such as these have been show to trigger mental alertness while at the same time decreasing fatigue. On study in particular found that driver's were better able to stay focused and alert when exposed to peppermint.

ACCEPT HOW YOU FEEL Oftentimes we fight against our feelings, trying to talk ourselves out of being tired or simply by not accepting it at all. This only adds tension and pressure to the situation. Instead of thinking, "I can't be tired. I have too much to do!" accept the fact. Realize that your energy might be a little less than stellar and make the best of the work ahead.

DRINK GREEN TEA Drink green tea. In addition to being a much healthier choice than sugary juices or soft drinks, green tea contains the amino acid theanine, which acts as a stress-reducer and increases alertness. It's such a useful ingredient that the FDA has recently approved a type of this chemical to be added to foods.

PUT ON THE BLINDERS While we can all hope our days run smoothly without interruption or wasted time, the truth is something different. A flood of distractions, interruptions, and resource-wasters can easily steal away the better part of your day.To avoid this trap, take control of your day: create a list of priorities for each day to keep you focused, close the door when in the office, and make a list of common time-wasters to help you sweep them out of your routine.