January is most often a month we struggle with keeping ourselves energised after the party season, it can be tough going back to work and getting some normality and routine back into our days.

Here are 8 tips to help beat feeling sluggish and make you more energised!!

1) Make sure you get a restful night’s sleep.
As we all know it’s obvious we need to get an adequate amount of sleep each night.
8 hours sleep is what is recommended but not always realistic in some circumstances, however if you lack energy try going to bed earlier each night. If you wake up feeling well rested it will indicate that you are starting to get the appropriate amount of sleep at night.

2) Eat a good breakfast.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it kick starts the metabolism.
When you wake up your blood sugar level is low, if you do not eat you run the risk of energy drain. Try to have something healthy like porridge or a boiled egg and one slice of whole meal brown bread.

3) Stay hydrated.
This is very important as if you are dehydrated it will make you feel tired, 8 glasses of water a day are recommended. This will keep you hydrated and keep the body working properly as well as drain toxins from the system.

4) Exercise regularly.
It is essential we exercise regularly, it enhances and maintains physical fitness and the overall health and wellness of the body. Frequent and regular exercise boosts the immune system and helps prevent diseases such as heart disease and cardiovascular disease. Walking or doing an aerobics class 3 – 4 times a week for 30 to 45 mins are what’s highly recommended to make you feel energized and healthy.

5) Eat a well balanced diet.
Eating a well balanced diet everyday will help keep your energy up and keep you feeling good. Ensure sure your diet consists of the appropriate amount of carbs, nutrients and fat. Try to cut out simple carbohydrate intake of sugars such as fizzy drinks, coffee and sweets as these will give you an instant boost of energy but will also give you a low and won’t provide the nutrition you need to get you through the day without leaving you feeling tired. Have a healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner. By eating the correct foods it will eliminate cravings during the day and evening. Eat more fruit and cut down on salt intake.

6) Limit your caffeine intake.
Caffeine is not just in coffee, it’s in tea and energy drinks, so if this is what has been getting you through the day you need to cut back on the above. Too much caffeine will in actual fact tire you out in the long run. One cup a day is ok but any more cravings and it’s time to reach for something else, try having a glass of water or a herbal tea, these will hydrate you and keep you alert. Caffeine will only tire you out and dehydrate the body.

7) Stay positive
Worry, anxiety and stress can drain your energy, even positive emotions like excitement and anticipation can wear down your energy so be sure to take the time every day to calm your mind and relax.

8 ) Vitamins
If you are not getting the sufficient amount of vitamins from your food make sure you are taking vitamins to help you along daily. Have a chat with your local health store and don’t forget to tell if you are taking any medication.

I hope this helps keep everyone energised and feeling good to kick start a great year!

Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section below, if you have any questions, post them in the comments section and I will reply as quickly as I can.