We’ve all been there. That afternoon slump topped with heavy eyelids and slow reaction time.
Time for a run down to the nearest Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donuts, right?
Hold your horses. The Huffington Post has a few tips to get your energy levels back up without reaching for that expensive, calorie-packed hot beverage.
1. Take a viral video break and put your work on hold.
Or hop on Facebook, just for a minute. Find something completely unrelated to work.
2. Drink a glass of cold water.
If you work out regularly, you could be dehydrated. The cold water may also help wake you up.
3. Get outside.
Even if it’s just for 10-15 minutes, take a short walk around the block to clear your head and get some fresh air.
4. Drop the snacks and reach for a mint instead.
Or a stick of sugar-free gum. Popping one of these small things in your mouth may be enough to jolt you awake, and you’ll skip any unwanted calories from an afternoon snack.
If none of these work, get more sleep.
