by Stefanie Plum, Gather Partner Team
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How Do You Stay Energized?

April 23, 2009 01:52 PM EDT (Updated: July 02, 2009 10:21 AM EDT)
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You have a laundry list of items that need to be completed by the end of the day. What do you do to give yourself that lift you need to finish your to-dos?

When I need more energy, I go for a walk. Taking a stroll around the block clears my head. Not only do I get a breath of fresh air, but I'm exercising and I having fun people-watching. Then I come back to the office feeling refreshed and ready to go!

Now it's your turn. What do you do to get that extra bit of energy during the day? Share your tips by Thursday, April 30th and you could be one of ten people drawn to receive a sample of Cranergy® Energy Juice Drink from Ocean Spray®.


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Comments: 71

Jo N. Apr 23, 2009, 1:55pm EDT
Sounds good!
Denise W. Apr 23, 2009, 1:58pm EDT
I go sit in the garden. This always refreshes me.
Trish A. Apr 23, 2009, 2:00pm EDT
I grab a healthy snack (apple with cream cheese) because the lack of energy is usally a sign that my blood sugar has dropped.
J F. Apr 23, 2009, 2:11pm EDT
If I am in my home office and not out on a call, I will stop and take Rocky, my dog outside for a walk around the yard. He loves it when Mommy takes a break and pays attention to him. We walk around and talk about the trees, gardens, and watch the birds and little animals running around.

Then, my head is cleared and ready to go back to work.

If I am out on a call, that one is tougher to do. I can only walk away from their computer for a couple of minutes. Or if a client wants to talk about their personal life for awhile, I am all for that! I have made many friends over the years.
colleen m. Apr 23, 2009, 2:11pm EDT
I set down and take a breather to clear my head.
Sunaura *. Apr 23, 2009, 2:14pm EDT
Coffee usually does the trick
Elizabeth B. Apr 23, 2009, 2:14pm EDT
I go outside in decent weather and just look at whatever is growing...in bad weather, I will sit and look at the fish for a while :>} Playing with the boys works too any time!!
Sarah (I want points) Apr 23, 2009, 2:17pm EDT
I try to get up and get moving a little bit. I find that just a little bit of exercise gives me some energy.
Carla G. Apr 23, 2009, 2:19pm EDT
Protein is key for long-lasting energy. Even a piece of string cheese can make a big difference. I also will eat a handful of almonds. They give me energy and cut my appetite.
kelly R. Apr 23, 2009, 2:22pm EDT
I put on my Ipod and tune out for a while with some good music
Kimber L. Apr 23, 2009, 2:24pm EDT
I will stop what I am doing and jump up and down 10 times or so to get my blood pumping faster! Sometimes also I will call a friend I haven't talked to in a while for a quick energy boost.
costas chrysanthou Apr 23, 2009, 2:29pm EDT
I drink water, then go for a slow jog to start with in the morning, though at the time of jogging after a while I start increasing the pace.
sally g. Apr 23, 2009, 2:31pm EDT
I eat a salad to get more energy. And I go back to work..
golds g. Apr 23, 2009, 2:32pm EDT
I read a book
Janet "Jax" B. Apr 23, 2009, 2:34pm EDT
I also either read a book or go outside and watch the birds for a while.
d d. Apr 23, 2009, 2:35pm EDT
I have fresh squeezed orange juice and drink plenty of water to get me going.
timi A. Apr 23, 2009, 2:35pm EDT
I eat snacks a lot i.e nuts and fruits and i bake all my pastries myself so they come in handy.
Susan B. Apr 23, 2009, 2:47pm EDT
Since I work at home, I can take the liberty of an afternoon nap :)

Through the day, when I get up to do something, I make sure my glass of iced lemon water is refilled. When I get bored or am impatiently waiting for a web page to load, I stop for a bit, look out the window, and drink some water. It keeps me from eating bad snacks.
Kelly K ~ Jesus Saves ~ Apr 23, 2009, 2:47pm EDT
take a relaxing walk outside, work in my garden. I also make sure I drink lots of water and for a quick snack, Almonds.
Shannon S. Apr 23, 2009, 2:47pm EDT
A nap!
Desire Hendricks Apr 23, 2009, 3:03pm EDT
I'm eating more fruits, vegetables, and nuts. I'm also drinking more water and working in a healthy afternoon snack.
Vikki M. Apr 23, 2009, 3:04pm EDT
Coffee, coffee and more coffee is my remedy! Although taking a nice walk wth the dogs usually perks me up too.
Kay M. Apr 23, 2009, 3:09pm EDT
I do my tai chi exercises or go for a walk
Melissa R Apr 23, 2009, 3:11pm EDT
The newest thing I use is the Crystal Light energy single servings. A lot less calories than coffee but they seem to help me more than coffee!
Mary G. Apr 23, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
I get on my Wii Fit and set it for 10 minutes of stepping. It perks me up to get my day started and helps me to be fitter.
Dagmara H. Apr 23, 2009, 3:17pm EDT
I like to exercise, when I need more energy
What do you do to get that extra bit of energy during the day?

In the Winter I simply get up off the couch, get outta of my jammies and do anything!! Winter is hard because I feel trapped in my home, in from the freezing cold!

In the Summer now there are lots of things I do! I love to fiddle in the flower beds, pick weeds, reshape the bushes, mow the lawn-just soak up the Sun! I love to go for walks in the late afternoons with my neighbor for some "adult" time-Pretty much anything outside!
Diane H. Apr 23, 2009, 4:41pm EDT
I usually will stop and fix a nice tall glass filled refreshing drink with plenty of ice for my son and i. Then we take a nice easy walk around the development and when we come back in i am motivated to continue on until dinner time. After having dinner i of course must have my cup of coffee.
Marianne R. Apr 23, 2009, 4:53pm EDT
If I really need a pickmeup, I grab something with caffine. But most of the time just doing something physical like exercise or watering the flowers will get me moving again.
Crystal R. Apr 23, 2009, 4:57pm EDT
Exercise always gives me extra energy.
Elizabeth V. Apr 23, 2009, 5:29pm EDT
Although I don't need as much sleep as I used to, I still make sure I get as close to 8 hours' sleep as possible.
Elizabeth V. Apr 23, 2009, 5:30pm EDT
I feel awful when I get up in the morning because of my bad back, so I exercise first thing.
Elizabeth V. Apr 23, 2009, 5:32pm EDT
Because I sit at a computer so much at work, I try to remember to get up and walk around. Most days I walk up and down six flights of stairs at work twice a day.
April H. Apr 23, 2009, 6:14pm EDT
I Grab a snack! Munch on some carrots, a banana, apple, pretzels, etc. and then take a walk while I munch away. Doing this always gives me an energy boost (duh - considering food is energy.
sandesh b. Apr 23, 2009, 6:23pm EDT
i listen to music and that refreshes me..
Carla B. Apr 23, 2009, 6:43pm EDT
I play with my son if he's awake. If he's not, I either try to take a power nap, or I do some exercise on my Wii fit.

When it's nice outside, we generally spend several hours outside playing and we go for at least one walk most days. When it's too cold to play outside (winters are LONG here in northern ND), we dance and do yoga in the house.
Lately it has been with the Cranergy that I won from Gather! I aso enjoy taking walks, I feel energized afterwards~
Samantha W. Apr 23, 2009, 7:52pm EDT
Normally when i need a pick me up i get out of the house... I hangout with friends or do something else. I just can't stop cause once i do stop then i crash and burn.. literally. I had plans once and she called me early to see if i wanted to them now and i died cause i stopped cleaning. I did not reach her until later when my sister came and woke me up. It was an hour later and i was late. So, i felt super embarrassed.
♥¤ J K¤ ♥ Apr 23, 2009, 8:23pm EDT
I drink a cup (or more!) of good coffee. I love the specialty blends.
I also sit down and unwind by surfing the net and Gather for a while.
Holly A. Apr 23, 2009, 8:26pm EDT
Enough sleep and determination to plow through my chores is all I need. When getting overwhelmed because there's not enough time to get the tasks done or catching flies then I cull the list into needs and wants. Some stuff just isn't worth sweating over. Dusting can wait, et cetera.
Renita P. Apr 23, 2009, 11:30pm EDT
I grab another "dose" of Mona Vie, put on some good music, and start with the smallest tasks first so I can see progress quicker.
Stephanie B. Apr 24, 2009, 5:15am EDT
Since I've been home on maternity leave, I've made it a point to squeeze in a nap too, while my kids are napping, rather than trying to get thru my to do list while they're sleeping. I wake up feeling energized and much more able to cope, multi-task, and get things done
Cynthia A. Apr 24, 2009, 8:50am EDT
When I come home from work, all I want to do is go to sleep, but I don't. I feed my Maltese, Boomer, let him out to potty, go through my mail, then I lie down on the couch for about 30 minutes. I don't usually fall aslepp, but if I do, it's great. I get in a quick re-energizer and de-stresser, which is always good theses days. After 30 minutes of relaxing/nap time, I take Boomer out for a short walk. After that, I'm ready for my afternoon and evening!
Vicky Duggins Apr 24, 2009, 11:23am EDT
For an energy boost, and I need them more and more as I get older, I take my breaks outside. Five minutes in the fresh air, smelling the lilacs on the breeze and watching the guests at the bird feeder recharges me like nothing else. Add a cup of freshly brewed coffee to the mix and in fifteen minutes I'm ready to face my responsibilities again.
Mari H. Apr 24, 2009, 4:32pm EDT
I stick my head in the freezer :)
Tami G. Apr 24, 2009, 4:33pm EDT
Usually a 15-20 minute nap is all I need. It keeps me going for another few hours.
kendra s. Apr 24, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
I have a newborn and I can use any ideas everyone shares here. Thanks
I drink energy drinks to help me.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Apr 24, 2009, 10:54pm EDT
What do you do to get that extra bit of energy during the day?
I have been so tired the past few days i have been sleeping. otherwise i grab a soda which is not a good idea but it does get me thru to finish what i need to finish around here. I could use an energy booster..
Susan V. Apr 24, 2009, 10:56pm EDT
I take my dog for a walk!
Donna S. Apr 28, 2009, 4:30pm EDT
I take myself for a walk.
Praj S. Apr 28, 2009, 7:46pm EDT
simple excercises like rotating the neck and relieving the pressure points while deep breathing
Amy L. Apr 29, 2009, 12:13am EDT
Adrenaline rushes, avoiding coffee (so I don't get addicted), sleeping. Distract myself with Gather from studying.
Amy H. Apr 29, 2009, 12:13am EDT
No thanks, I read a review of it and it’s made with artificial sweeteners. I wouldn’t drink it. Thanks anyway!
Shelly B. Apr 29, 2009, 3:49am EDT
I like to read a good book or magazine for 20-30 minutes to recharge :)
Samantha C. Apr 29, 2009, 7:18am EDT
When my son is napping there are a few things I do on different days to re-boot. Somedays I drink a cup of coffee, somedays I go out and mow the lawn with the reel mower, somedays I just sit and welcome the quiet!
Vera B. Apr 29, 2009, 12:20pm EDT
The ting that helps me get perk up is to get on my computer and search for my ancestry at ancestry.com. I love finding new things about my family.
Patty B. Apr 29, 2009, 1:16pm EDT
1. Get on the floor and play with the dog. She always makes me laugh.

~OR~

2. Get out my Shuffle and crank up the cardio music, specifically "Rodeo (Copeland)." (Ideally, I would be on my treadmill when this happens.
David N. Apr 29, 2009, 2:54pm EDT
Sex does the trick! Coffee is a must-but lust for the lady always wakes me up and boosts the day!
DiAnA D. Apr 30, 2009, 1:49pm EDT
a cup of tea and a good book does it for me!
Denise L. Apr 30, 2009, 3:20pm EDT
I like to go outside and have some coffe or juice and set aside a little time out just to relax for a bit and watch the birds from the patio and the ocasional squirel. Cranenergy sounds good for a pick me up too, I'll have to try some :)
Lori A Apr 30, 2009, 8:43pm EDT
I like to have a cup of strong tea and a energy bar . I have several I like and most do the job ,if I don't have any on hand sometimes I will get a big glass of orange juice and add a bunch of sugar to it . If all else fails I take a break and watter the plants out side ,I have a ton of plants so this takes quits a while .
Jonbonjovious M. May 1, 2009, 12:59am EDT
Nothing gives me energy like a BON JOVI song...a few moments of their music and I know if Tommy and Gina can "hold on" I'm "half way there"
Stefanie Plum, Gather Partner Team May 5, 2009, 3:36pm EDT
Great tips, everyone! Those drawn to receive a sample of Cranergy® Energy Juice Drink from Ocean Spray® are:

Carla G.
Cynthia A.
Denise L.
Elizabeth B.
Holly A.
Janet "Jax" B.
Praj S.
timi A.
Vicky ? Spring Fever ? D.
Kimber L.
Mary G. May 5, 2009, 3:40pm EDT
Congrats to all of you that were selected.
April H. May 5, 2009, 4:26pm EDT
Congrats to Carla G. ,Cynthia A. ,Denise L. ,Elizabeth B. ,Holly A.
,janet "Jax" B. ,Praj S. ,timi A., Vicky ? Spring Fever ? D. ,& Kimber L.
Bridget ♥ May 5, 2009, 4:29pm EDT
Congrats to all of you
Jennifer O. May 5, 2009, 5:36pm EDT
Congrats
Crystal R. May 5, 2009, 9:51pm EDT
Congrats everyone.
Pamela D. May 5, 2009, 11:00pm EDT
I like to sit outside under a tree. Or even better in the rain on warm day. It gives me a nice calmness (in case I'm crazy from my work load) and energy to get up and do my work
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. May 7, 2009, 3:08pm EDT
congrats winners
Beth - Doing God's work Daily J. Oct 12, 2009, 9:17pm EDT
Congrats to the winners

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