Tired all the time?  Maybe you need some exercise!


Any long term progressive cardio respiratory program (e.g. walking, jogging, biking, swimming, use of stationary cardio equipment) will help build overall endurance, providing more stamina and energy.

In the short term, try yoga-style breathing, stretch breaks and re-posturing exercises for an immediate energy boost.  These exercises help reduce tension and stress, which sap the body’s energy level.

Try the following energy-renewing exercises at work or after a long car or plane ride.

1.  Scoot to the front edge of your seat

2.  Lift up through your spine as though there were a string pulling you upward from the top of your head.

3.  Center your head over your shoulders and pull your chin in slightly so it’s level with the ground

4. Pull gently in and up through your navel and pelvic floor

5. Place your hands on either side of your ribcage

6. Take in a deep breath through your nose and feel your ribs flare slightly and your abdomen expand under your hands

7. Hold the breath for a few seconds, then release the air, allowing the ribs and abdomen to return to the starting position

8. Repeat several times.

9. Continue to pull upward with your head lengthening your body towards the ceiling

10. Take one more deep breath and force the breath out in short bursts through your nose, then resume your normal breathing pattern.  

So, sit tall, breath deep and re-energize anytime and anywhere!