10 Ways to Generate An Optimal Working State

Leaders need energy to lead well. Energy is the source of life. Our body produces and harnesses it. When we are fresh and energized, we can do much more than when we are fatigued and drained. Here are some ways to stay energetic and alert for the stresses and challenges of this new, year. For more tips on prolonged energy generation and sustaining it, stay tuned for the tacit wisdom of our endurance athletes featured on this blog (marathoners, ultra-marathoners, triathletes, Ironman, ultra-Ironman, and long-distance swimmers, podium-finishers). Lead energetically, enthusiastically and with purpose!

1)    Spend less time at the keyboard. Sit on a Medi-Ball (or Swiss ball) instead of a chair. Your heightened posture expands your ribcage.

2)    Stand up and stretch whenever you can.

3)    Take a brisk walk. Do MBWA (Management By Walking Around) at the office! Have short, mobile meetings – meetings on the run!

4)    Drink water at regular intervals. Exercise stimulates thirst, although thirst is not a good indicator of dehydration.

5)    Sleep adequately (6-7.5 hours at least). It diminishes your stress and lowers your heart rate.

6)    Take deep breathes, when you feel sleepy or tired.

7)    Exercise regularly. Cross-train. Do activities that you enjoy.

8)    Stay positive with self-encouragement. Enhance your Positive Mental Attitude (PMA). Enjoy your race finishes, race-medals and finisher-tees.

9)    Surround yourself with enthusiastic and energetic people.

10) Eat regular well-balanced meals. Avoid foods that cause you allergies. Raw foods are a great complement to our nutrition.