Most people living in the modern world are after more energy. We work too hard, make more commitments than we can handle, and—at least for most people—getting enough sleep is a laughably unrealistic dream. Add aging to the mix, and we’re done for.
But even post-40, there are plenty of strategies you can use up your drive for both work and play. From mental tricks to key nutrients to add to your diet to scheduling smarter, here’s how to boost your energy so you can make your 40s your best decade yet. And if you find yourself in need of an energy boost right this second, try one of these 50 Ways To Be a Higher-Energy Person Immediately.
1 Schedule your downtime
The urge to do everything and take advantage of all opportunities may be strong, but the reality is that when you’re in your 40s, you can’t constantly bounce from one thing to the next without taking a break. Schedule in rest time in between social and family obligations, and you’ll find yourself feeling more excited about everything on your plate rather than overwhelmed and run down.
