24 Dec 2025
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6 Easy Ways to Get More Energy for Your Daily Routine

So…the December holidays are almost done and dusted. For those worried about getting back into the groove of daily life, don’t worry—here are 6 easy, low-effort ways to recharge your batteries and reclaim your rhythm.

1. Hydrate like it matters (because it does)

Even mild dehydration (losing just around 2% of your body mass through fluid loss) can cause fatigue, irritability, and reduced focus.^1,2 Water helps maintain blood volume, circulation, and cognitive performance—all essential for a productive daily routine.

To keep energy levels up throughout a day, simply keep a refillable bottle by your bed or desk and make hydration automatic. You’d be amazed how often tiredness is just thirst in disguise.

2. Move (yes, even a little)

If you’re glued to your chair from 9 to 6, you’re practically inviting energy slumps. Short bursts of physical activity—even 5-minute “micro-breaks”—improve alertness and reduce mental fatigue.³

Walk while taking calls. Do a quick set of squats between meetings. Stretch like a cat before your next coffee run. These mini-movements keep your body (and brain) from powering down mid-routine.

3. Pick the right fuel (and ditch the sugar crash)

That mid-morning doughnut might taste divine, but simple sugars spike your energy…only to dump you into a crash. Unlike these energy-sapping options, balanced snacks with protein, fibre and complex carbs give longer-lasting energy.⁴

Try oats with berries, eggs on wholegrain toast, or nuts with fruit. These keep blood sugar stable, so you can actually power through your daily routine without yawning through it.

4. Sleep/schedule sanity

Skipping proper sleep is like ignoring your phone’s low-battery warning and then complaining about lag. Adults generally need 7–9 hours of good-quality rest per night.⁵ Irregular schedules or late-night scrolling mess with your circadian rhythm, leading to grogginess and mood dips.

Set a bedtime (and actually stick to it). Keep screens out of the bedroom. Even small improvements here make your mornings feel less like a horror film.

5. Make “micro-goals” part of your daily routine

When energy feels low, massive to-do lists are overwhelming. Shrink them. Break tasks into bite-sized “micro-goals” such as the following:

“I’ll drink 2 bottles of water before lunch.”
“I’ll take the stairs instead of the lift.”
“I’ll stretch for 5 minutes after this call.”

Small wins build momentum, and momentum builds energy. Before long, your daily routine starts running itself again.

6. Take a shot of 5-hour ENERGY®

When you need an extra lift—especially while on the go—caffeine can help sharpen alertness. Combine that with B-vitamins, which support energy metabolism, and you’ve got a winning combo.

In a nutshell, that’s exactly why 5-hour ENERGY® shots were created. Each shot packs green-tea-sourced caffeine for a smoother, more sustained boost, plus essential B-vitamins to support mental focus — with zero sugar and no more than 4 calories. No jitteriness, no crashes, just clean energy to help you get things done.

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References

¹Liska, D., Mah, E., Brisbois, T., Barrios, P. L., Baker, L. B., & Spriet, L. L. (2019). Narrative Review of Hydration and Selected Health Outcomes in the General Population. Nutrients, 11(1), 70. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11010070

²Poitras, C. (2012). Even mild dehydration can alter mood. UConn Today. https://today.uconn.edu/2012/02/even-mild-dehydration-can-alter-mood/

³Radwan, A., Barnes, L., DeResh, R., Englund, C., & Gribanoff, S. (2022). Effects of active microbreaks on the physical and mental well-being of office workers: A systematic review. Cogent Engineering, 9(1). https://doi.org/10.1080/23311916.2022.2026206

⁴Harvard Health. (2023). Boosting energy & managing fatigue. Harvard Medical School. https://www.health.harvard.edu/topics/energy-and-fatigue

⁵Vasquez, I. (2023). Does Dehydration Cause Fatigue? Here’s What a Dietitian Says. EatingWell. https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8045761/dehydration-and-fatigue