Combating the Midday Slump by Starting Early

Community Manager — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:33:00 GMT

Does 3pm find you yawning and in search of caffeine? Combat the midday slump before you even get to work with these tips. Your afternoons are about to get a lot more productive.

Forty Winks: Early to bed, early rise, you know the drill. Going to bed at a consistent time and getting a solid night's sleep is crucial for operating at peak capacity. Experts recommend adults get 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night.

Breakfast of Champions: There's a reason we tell our kids to eat breakfast; a healthy meal to start the day fuels the body all day long so stave off the afternoon yawns by beginning with a hearty breakfast. Ideas include:

A bowl of cereal with skim milk and a glass of juice or piece of fresh fruit
Two slices of toast with peanut butter and a banana
An English muffin topped with a scrambled egg and a slice of low-fat cheese

For more ideas, read 9 Fast, Healthy Breakfast Ideas.

Pack a Snack: Be sure to head out the door equipped with healthy snacks for refueling throughout the day. Having healthy snacks readily on hand can prevent binges at the vending machine or the conference room pastry plate. We have healthy snack ideas for every eater to get you started: 8 Healthy Office Snacks.

How do you combat the midday slump? Share your thoughts here and on the Pendaflex Facebook page.

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Combating the Midday Slump by Starting Early