{"id":1620,"date":"2014-11-03T09:17:59","date_gmt":"2014-11-02T23:17:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sctechnologygroup.com.au\/?p=1620"},"modified":"2023-11-20T10:02:18","modified_gmt":"2023-11-19T23:02:18","slug":"tips-to-kick-the-afternoon-slump","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sctechnologygroup.com.au\/tips-to-kick-the-afternoon-slump\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to kick the afternoon slump"},"content":{"rendered":"<table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div id=\"pnlArtPrev_Image\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ArtPrev_Image\" src=\"http:\/\/www.evolvedoffice.com\/webtools\/NewsletterHeaders\/shutterstock_68679148_HealthyLunch_209x280_size11.jpg\" alt=\"\" align=\"right\" \/><\/div>\n<div id=\"pnlArtPrev_Title\" class=\"mainarticletitle\">You know the feeling\u2014it\u2019s after lunch, the clock strikes 3pm, your focus fades and the afternoon fatigue sets in. Even the busiest office workers can feel tired and sluggish in the afternoon.<\/div>\n<div class=\"mainarticletitle\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"pnlArtPrev_HTML\" class=\"smallboxtext\">Blame this crash on your body\u2019s natural rhythm and internal clock. Midday sleepiness is one reason some cultures take siestas in the afternoon, since productivity can increase after you\u2019ve taken a rest. But if you\u2019re like most of corporate Australia, nap time isn\u2019t part of your afternoon schedule. So, next time your energy tank is running low, try these helpful tips to get a quick energy boost to help you power through the rest of your day.<\/div>\n<div class=\"smallboxtext\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"smallboxtext\">\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff8000;\"><strong>Eat a healthy lunch:<\/strong> <\/span>A burger and fries doesn\u2019t count! If you eat a large and heavy lunch, your body will use all its energy just to digest the meal. Instead, eat a lighter but balanced lunch complete with protein and healthy carbs. Because lunch will be lighter, it\u2019s a good idea to eat a small snack in the morning and afternoon to keep you going all day.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff8000;\">Stay hydrated:<\/span><\/strong> Even mild dehydration can make you feel sluggish. Sometimes what you think is hunger is actually your body craving water. So grab a tall glass of water and drink up! If you really want a refreshing experience, drop in a few slices of cucumber or lemon and you\u2019ll perk right up.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff8000;\">Protein &amp; Carbs please:<\/span><\/strong> Instead of reaching for that chocolate bar or bag of popcorn for your afternoon nibble, go for a high-protein and carbohydrate snack to keep your energy up. Try a banana, a few fresh dates, or celery with peanut butter.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff8000;\">Get some fresh air:<\/span><\/strong> Head outside for a few minutes and take a few deep breaths. The fresh air and sunshine will help you wake up, and a few minutes of brisk walking will really get your blood flowing.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff8000;\">Catch some ZZZZ\u2019s:<\/span><\/strong> Not at the office\u2014at home! Getting a full 8 hours of sleep each night isn\u2019t always easy or realistic, but a good night\u2019s rest contributes significantly to your overall health, and can help you stay alert and focused throughout the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You know the feeling\u2014it\u2019s after lunch, the clock strikes 3pm, your focus fades and the afternoon fatigue sets in. Even the busiest office workers can feel tired and sluggish in the afternoon. 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