Bonitas Member Magazine B-Living Issue 3 | Page 13

6 ways to boost your energy Breathe deeply Listen to upbeat music Expand your stomach with every inhale and pull your belly button towards your spine with every exhale. Upbeat songs have been proven to increase your heart rate and can even make you pick up the pace when you are running. Go for a walk Catch some rays (safely) Research shows that workouts as brief as 10 minutes can keep you energised for more than four hours. Research shows that people are more alert after having been exposed to bright light. Watch a funny video Get snacking In a study conducted in 2014, people who watched a funny video showed an increased level of energy. Eating a mix of carbs, protein and fat – think Greek yoghurt with berries and walnuts, is the best combo for lasting energy. Page 12 B-Living Issue 3, 2017