Fitness Minutes 14: Instant Energy!

You've probably experienced this yourself...those times when you were overwhelmed by fatigue, all drained off energy, yet having to remain focused in order to finish some urgent work. Almost subconsciously,we most definitely will reach for caffine and/or some form of sugar to keep ourselves awake. Unfortuntely, this form of energy aka Sugar Dependency Cycle is not only inconsistent, it is also one sure way to put on excess weight in the long run.

Incidental Activities

Do we all have the ability to energize ourselves instantly? Of course we do! And the best part is that it's free and it's not going to cause us to put on any excess weight! To summon energy, all you need to do is MOVE! When we move, we feel, and its only when we feel that we become energized and enthusiastic! The key to having more energy lies simply in how much you move everyday. You might want to try walking down the stairs instead of the elevator or to simply keep walking when you are chatting on your handphone. Health educators refer to these movements as Incidental Activities.

Consistent Energy=Success!

If you think about it, how successful or happy we are is almost entirely tied to how much energy we consistently have. It does not matter how skillful or good you are at your job or how much you know about relationships, if you are tired and struggling all the time, you will not have the juice to be at your best at work or to have a passionate relationship.

So make use of the form below to list down 10 Incidental Activities you can fit into your daily routine. Remember! More movement equates to more energy!

Discuss how you can increase your energy levels but simply moving more!