Healthy ways to get more energy?

[Polish3d]

Originally posted by: jacktackle
Again, I don't think exercising gives me energy. I really don't usually feel like exercising in the first place since i don't have any energy.

You'll have to come up with more than 'eat your fruits and veggies!" and "exercise more!". I'm probably going to go see a doc though anyways, hopefully he won't give me the same advice

You will be more energetic after a exercising regularly.

At first, because your body is not tuned for it, it will seem exhausting.

But as you get into better shape, it will become easier and you will get around with the ease of a Ferrari in a 45mph lane

Age please

 

[thegimp03]

20-30 minutes of cardio a day. And that could mean walking on the treadmill. You'll feel a lot better.

 

[fustercluck]

I'm 20 years old. If i am overweight, it's not by much. A lot of factors go into the weight of a person, it's hard to just say someone's overweight based solely on seeing their height and weight.

What about energy bars or energy gum? I've seen those around the past couple weeks. Just as bad for you as energy drinks?

 

[Kyle]

Originally posted by: jacktackle
I'm 20 years old. If i am overweight, it's not by much. A lot of factors go into the weight of a person, it's hard to just say someone's overweight based solely on seeing their height and weight.

What about energy bars or energy gum? I've seen those around the past couple weeks. Just as bad for you as energy drinks?

Honestly- drugs are not the answer (caffeine)
it may help at first but after a while it wont have the same effect.
have you tried going to the gym first thing in the morning? I find that if I work out before taking on the day, I feel better throughout the day

 

[Polish3d]

The solution for you is gym, some cardio and weight training

 

[conehead433]

Have you ever been checked for diabetes/hypoglcemia? You say you avoid sugar, but do you avoid foods that raise your blood sugar level? Until diagnosed most people with hypoglcemia (low blood sugar) have a lot of vague symptoms including feeling tired all the time. Regular meals avoiding any sugars, 30 minutes to an hour of cardio 3 or more times a week will at least get you going in the right direction. If you're 5'11" and weigh 205 you're at least 10 pounds overweight even if you're big boned. Make yourself get some exercise even if you feel tired. You'll be surprised at the results.

Edit: I forgot - That'll be $100. LOL

 

[CollectiveUnconscious]

Originally posted by: Frackal
The solution for you is gym, some cardio and weight training

You're pretty set in your opinion, but you may want to consider that the solution isn't the gym. It may be, it may not be.

 

[fustercluck]

Originally posted by: CollectiveUnconscious

Originally posted by: Frackal
The solution for you is gym, some cardio and weight training

You're pretty set in your opinion, but you may want to consider that the solution isn't the gym. It may be, it may not be.

Man, this guy really makes you think

I have been thinking about joining a gym for the past few days, got a Bally's very close to where i am. They'll probably steal all my money with they're confusing contracts, but at least i'd get in better shape, right?

 

[destrekor]

sleep only 7-9 hours, exercise, eat right, and make sure you deep-sleeping. if you are one that tosses and turns throughout the night, fix that.
i have found that if i sleep less than 7 hours, I usually am tired throughout the day, unless it's like 3 or 4 hours, then I have a lot of energy but crash crazy hard at the end of the day. But if I sleep more than 9 hours, I end up being tired throughout the day too. You gotta find that perfect amount of sleep. could make or break your energy.
and once you do that pattern one day, you'll use up your energy in the day and fall asleep easily, and the next day it will be a little better. after awhile it will be a perfect routine and will have a great amount of energy in the daytime.

 

[drnickriviera]

Originally posted by: jacktackle
I'm 20 years old. If i am overweight, it's not by much. A lot of factors go into the weight of a person, it's hard to just say someone's overweight based solely on seeing their height and weight.

What about energy bars or energy gum? I've seen those around the past couple weeks. Just as bad for you as energy drinks?

Go to walmart or wherever a buy a handheld body fat meter. That should tell if you're overweight.

 

[AbAbber2k]

Originally posted by: jacktackle
You'll have to come up with more than 'eat your fruits and veggies!" and "exercise more!". I'm probably going to go see a doc though anyways, hopefully he won't give me the same advice

Unfortunatly for you he probably WILL give you the same advise. Only in addition he'll write you a perscription that'll cost you an arm and a leg as well. From what you've told us, your only symptoms are that you're tired all the time and generally lazy (and maybe overweight, most people under 6' that are over 200lbs ARE, unless they're fvcking shredded because they DO workout). You'd be amazed at how a proper diet can increase your energy... ESPECIALLY a proper breakfast. Exercise and a good sleep cycle will do the same thing. In the end it's up to you to change your lifestyle.

 

[ni4ni]

B12 shots ftw...

 

[badmouse]

Don't take advice from an internet forum. (Including mine) If you exercise, but don't stop being tired after a few days or weeks, ask about hypotonia, or a bunch of other things. Exercise is almost always a good idea, but if it doesn't make you more energetic, talk to a good physical specialist. There are all sorts of things that might be a problem.

Have your blood sugar and your thyroid checked.

Also, check for sleep apnea. Apnea can do that to you.

Try B-complex vitamins. If you don't eat many grains/veggies you might need them. You'll know right away if you feel better.

Depression affects people in many different ways. It's always a possibility when talking about tiredness. Try Omega-3 or SAMe, making sure you take enough to make a difference (check some depression forums). These are much easier on the body than serious depression medication. If they help, good. If not, try the meds.

Are you just tired, or are you uncomfortable, in pain, etc? There are tons of things that combine pain and low energy.

Good luck, hope you feel bouncier soon.

 

[Kyle]

Originally posted by: badmouse
Don't take advice from an internet forum. (Including mine) If you exercise, but don't stop being tired after a few days or weeks, ask about hypotonia, or a bunch of other things. Exercise is almost always a good idea, but if it doesn't make you more energetic, talk to a good physical specialist. There are all sorts of things that might be a problem.

Have your blood sugar and your thyroid checked.

Also, check for sleep apnea. Apnea can do that to you.

Try B-complex vitamins. If you don't eat many grains/veggies you might need them. You'll know right away if you feel better.

Depression affects people in many different ways. It's always a possibility when talking about tiredness. Try Omega-3 or SAMe, making sure you take enough to make a difference (check some depression forums). These are much easier on the body than serious depression medication. If they help, good. If not, try the meds.

Are you just tired, or are you uncomfortable, in pain, etc? There are tons of things that combine pain and low energy.

Good luck, hope you feel bouncier soon.

Actually I would suggest AGAINST asking about specific things to your doctor.
Just tell him your symptoms, and if excercising doenst work then tell him that too.
Speaking from experience (dad is a doctor, sister LOVED to "research" her problems but was never right even when she KNEW what was wrong based on the net) you do not know better than your doctor, and researching on the internet will not make you know more than your doctor.
(unless you have a horrible doctor)

 

[Dissipate]

Originally posted by: jacktackle
Last time i checked i was 5'11, 205lbs

Methinks you are overweight?

 

[Polish3d]

Originally posted by: CollectiveUnconscious

Originally posted by: Frackal
The solution for you is gym, some cardio and weight training

You're pretty set in your opinion, but you may want to consider that the solution isn't the gym. It may be, it may not be.

Indeed, but it is worth a try.

Even if it is depression, that can often be cured/offset by exercise and a better diet

I would try that before taking a pill

 

[Polish3d]

Originally posted by: drnickriviera

Originally posted by: jacktackle
I'm 20 years old. If i am overweight, it's not by much. A lot of factors go into the weight of a person, it's hard to just say someone's overweight based solely on seeing their height and weight.

What about energy bars or energy gum? I've seen those around the past couple weeks. Just as bad for you as energy drinks?

Go to walmart or wherever a buy a handheld body fat meter. That should tell if you're overweight.

There is almost no question he is carrying too much bodyfat

 

[Powermoloch]

1 word: Exercise

 

[Mo0o]

If you're sure you're not depressed, i would try to do some cardio everyday, you might be tired the first day but you'll be more refreshed after that. Also dont sleep that much, you'll end up more woozy

 

[coomar]

could be mono

 

[DaShen]

I will forego the obvious answer from ATOTers: sexors
And
I would suggest Exercise and Eating right. Also, getting on a regular sleeping pattern.

If that doesn't help go to your doctor and tell him, you suspect sleep apnea. Your breathing may fail slightly at night and it makes you tired. Many people have this condition and nose strips sometimes do help. You can also to learn to sleep on your side, sometimes that helps. Also a regular sleeping pattern usually fixes a lot of the problem even if it isn't sleep apnea.
Questions: Do you regularly wakes up and have a lot of mucus in your throat and nose? Do you snore (your tongue could obstruct slightly)? Have you ever measured your lungs capacity? Do you sleep at irregular hours?

 

[fustercluck]

Bump - Update

Originally posted by: coomar
could be mono

Ding ding ding, we have a winner

Here's an update of sorts. After still having a big lack of energy for a while, i went to see the doc 2 or 3 months ago. I got my chest Xrayed and some blood drawn. The chest Xrays found nothing but they found out from my blood test that i have Mononucleosis (aka...Mono). So that explained why i had virtually no energy for a fairly long period of time. I still have Mono, even after 6 months, or around there . So i still need ways to get more energy. I haven't been exercising nearly as much as i used to since i got mono, because i'm always feeling fatigued. I've been eating a lot more too (not even sure if that's part of mono, but i've been eating like Kobayashi for the last 5 months). I still run and swim laps though pretty often, but it's more difficult than it used to be. I've been on a diet for the last 9 days to help drop off the extra pounds that i gained and thensome hopefully. Going to keep on this diet for another 3 or 4 weeks perhaps (dropping 8 pounds per 9 days at least).

The Doctor said Mono can last around 2 years, but that would be quite rare. Hopefully it'll be out of my system soon. Until then, maybe i can get some good ideas to help boost my energy.

 

[habib89]

well good luck with that

 

[imported_goku]

Originally posted by: notfred
Start exercising.

 

[SophalotJack]

Stretch as soon as you wake up and go take a walk around the block and plan your day out. It gets you active in the mind and body.

Also, don't go so overboard on protein... mix it up.

I found that eating some fruit and carbs (toast or bagel) gets my body feeling good. That is of course, combined with the stretching and walking.