4 Easy steps to Increasing Energy In The Morning.

How  well are you sleeping at night and how long? Could it be that you are not getting enough rest at night time? Are you upset or depressed about something? If you are sleeping well and are not stressed or depressed then this is what comes to mind:

1. Your exercise routine needs to be changed. If all you are doing is running and you do not vary your routine, you may be “bored” of your exercise regimen. You need to keep exercise challenging and yet excititng.  Consider adding another activity to your routine: go swim,practice  yoga (it is amazing what yoga can do for you),ride a bike,  weight lift….just do something different. If running is the only physical activity option that you have,  I highly recommend that you consider training for a race of some sort. A marathon perhaps???  There is something about crossing the finish line at mile 26.2 (42 km) that makes one feel utterly invinsible and strong.

2. Log off.  Studies suggest that the bright light of a computer screen may reduce the production of melatonin, a hormone important for inducing sleep. Turn off your computer at least an hour before bed time and relax. Your zzzzz’s will come much sooner and last longer.

3. Skip the alcohol and caffeine: Many people believe that a glass of alcohol before bedtime helps them sleep better but this is not quite the truth. Alcohol actually exhibits a “rebound effect” in which it induces sleep in the early part of the night but increases wakefulness in the later part. Caffeine on the other hand simply keeps you awake, leaving you lethargic (and sleep- deprived) the next day.

4. If all else fails…take a B-complex vitamin. The  B- vitamins are essential for metabolism and  I say to take them “if all else fails” because eating your nutrients is more effective than taking a supplement. Contrary to popular belief,  most people consume adequate  nutrients in their diet and do not need any supplement.  

Congratulations on taking the first step to a healthier you!