Lunch is over and the end of the day seems very far away, you’ve hit the dreaded midday slump. You can reach for sugary snacks or caffeine to push through, but they can make the crash even worse and aren’t great solutions to the problem. To help you power through your busy day, Hazelview Properties has 10 natural ways to get over the midday slump.
Stretch
These quick and simple stretches, that you can do at your desk, will help you fight fatigue. They will send some oxygen to your brain, relieve stressed muscles and give you bit of a boost when you need it.
Power Up with Protein
Instead of stuffing yourself with carbs when you hit the midday slump, power up with protein snacks. Keep some raw nuts, trail-mix or beef jerky nearby to power through the afternoon.
Lighten Up
Getting exposure to natural light is crucial for maintaining our energy levels. If you can’t work by a window, try heading to a coffee shop or talking a short stroll outside.
Make a Splash
Go into the bathroom and splash some cold water on your face if you need to wake yourself up fast.
Stand and Deliver
Rather than sending an email to your coworker, try walking over and talking to them. It will give you the chance to stretch your legs and take a much needed screen break.
Screen Breaks
Staring at a screen all day can cause eye strain and fatigue. Every 20 minutes, take a break at stare at something 20 feet away while blinking your eyes for 20 seconds.
Walking and Talk
Instead of taking that one on one meeting sitting down, take it to the streets and walk as you talk.
Catnap
Sometimes, nothing but a nap will do. It’s not slacking off, a 10-20 minute power nap can leave you feeling more alert and actually boost your productivity.
Fuel Up
Eating a healthy breakfast can help you avoid a 2pm crash, especially when you combine that with a smaller, less carb-heavy lunch.
Meditate at Your Desk
Just a few minutes of meditation can boost your energy and reduce your stress levels. Give it a try and see how you feel.
Don’t let exhaustion steal your day! Hazelview Properties hopes that these 10 natural ways to get over the midday slump energize your afternoon.
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