Fitness
Hydration is everything.
There are lots of reasons why you might feel sleepy, unmotivated, or blah before a workout.
But there are just as many ways to push through.
If you find that your energy tends to fade before a workout, youre not alone.
People often feel tired and think that a workout will drain their energy more, she tells Bustle.
Its always easier to stay in bed or to keep driving home.
Heres how to get energy before a workout, according to experts.
How To Get Energy Before A Workout
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The carbs will boost your energy and the protein will fuel your muscles.
This is the perfect snack as it’s easy-to-digest carbs with a bit of protein, Jax says.
Aim for 64 ounces spread out during the day to help stabilize your energy levels.
It might also feel right to sip asports drink with electrolytes, says registered dieticianPatricia Kolesa, RDN.
That tired, lethargic feeling will melt away once youre adequately hydrated.
If you want to have an iced coffee though, go for it!
Or better yet, try tea.
And thats why its important to find little pick-me-ups wherever possible.
Of course, itll also make a world of difference to choose an exercise that actually seems appealing.
If you dont want to plod along on the treadmill, dont plod.
The moreexcited you are about moving your body, the more energy you will have, Lane says.
If you cant fathom a morning workout, try a mid-day lunchtime workout instead.
Keep itaround 20 minutesand you should feel rested and ready topress play on that YouTube workout.
Hey, you might even want tofind a way to exercise outside.
This can really wake you up and give you a big energy boost, says Hunnes.
Warm Up
Still lethargic?
Get up and shake it off.
On that same note, it may help to do aquick warm upto get your blood pumping, too.
Try torso twists, dynamic stretches, or jumping jacks before your workout.
It doesnt have to be super long or extensive, Pearce says.
Honestly, even three minutes will make you feel better.
Remember, the first few minutes of movement are always the hardest.
But push through, and chances are youll be raring to go.
Studies referenced:
Taylor, K. 2022.
StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555956/.
