Combating Office Fatigue

C apitalism means that when you hear three words like "combating office fatigue" strung together--you nod your head and think that's just something people trying to skedaddle at their job would say. However, you'd be quick to judge. 

Tell us if this sounds familiar to you. 

You're sailing along, getting stuff done, but just then you notice your body slowing down imperceptibly at first and then more noticeably. You're looking for a cup of joe or perhaps a Red Bull because your eyelids feel heavy. Now your attention has started to wander. Without the mercy of caffeine gods, you're likely to start nodding off at the desk and will have to pray that no one sees.

If yes, then chances are that you could benefit from some of the advice below on combating office fatigue. Let's dive right in, so you can soar at work tomorrow.

Keep Those Feet Moving

Exercising will be the absolute last thing that comes to mind when you're fatigued. Physical exercise, on the other hand, has been shown to increase energy levels in research.

We're not suggesting that you go for 30-minute jogs on the clock, however, you should take a break from your workstation once each hour to have your blood flowing. You may stroll up and down some stairs, visit the water cooler, or just stretch at the desk.

A little amount of activity may go a fair distance toward reducing weariness.

Eat Better and Wiser

Breakfast, in particular, should not be skipped. A solid fiber-rich breakfast will keep you going strong all through the morning. 

Make sure your lunch options are low in fat as well as non-fibrous options. Avoid overeating; a full belly pushes circulation towards the stomach. Which is away from the head and can leave you feeling drowsy and flattened. 

Avoid eating too much sugar since the high will only last a few minutes before the negative effects set in. Fruits and high-energy meals are considerably better alternatives.

Surrender Caffeine

 Slight dehydration is a typical cause of tiredness that goes undiagnosed. It may limit blood supply to various organs, causing your brain to lag. Keep plenty of drinks at your workstation and train yourself to consume around 8 glasses of water every day, even when you aren't thirsty. 

Caffeinated beverages, such as coffees and sodas, may help you stay awake, but you must be careful how much caffeine you're consuming in a day. Enough  of even exogenous stimulants can cause you to acclimatize and not experience the same amount of effect. 

Excessive amounts might make you unpleasant and nervous, and can even lower your performance on particular jobs. Caffeine may also induce sleeplessness if used late in the day.

Go to Bed Early on Workdays

Get sufficient sleep — Sleep deprivation affects 2/3 of the population, and many individuals don't get adequate hours of sleep to remain attentive during the day. 

For one to have a decent night's rest, follow these tips: go to sleep and wake up at a set time each day, at least during work days. Try to avoid naps throughout the day, and take a calming warm bath before you slip into bed.

Switch Up Your Surroundings

To boost alertness, adjust the temperature, lighting as well as noise levels around your workstation. You'll be shocked at how much better lighting, lower temperatures, and greater noise levels may help you get going.

Lower Your Stress Levels

Examine your lifestyle honestly - for instance, are you placing yourself under needless stress? Perhaps one should ask themselves if  there are any persistent issues in his/her life that might be causing them to feel anxious or depressed for an extended period of time? Professional therapy may be beneficial in resolving social, professional, or personal concerns.

To boost your activity levels, try including soothing activities throughout your day:

• Read
• Exercise
• Try Yoga
• Listen to music
• Spending time with family and friends

You may believe that storing food at your workstation is a terrible idea, yet eating something may help you feel more alert and attentive. When you're hungry, it's easy to lose track of time and get exhausted.

Maintain your energy levels by eating modest snacks during the day. Be sure to choose healthy, nutritional snacks over sugary ones. This would not only benefit your general health, but also prevent you from getting the small spurts of energy that carbohydrates deliver, which can leave you feeling weary later.

Those are all of our tips on combating office fatigue to boost performance as well as overall well-being when at work. Remember, don’t forget to sort yourself out before you start with those distraught filing cabinets at work.