The term spring asthenia surely sounds familiar to you— it refers to the mild syndrome that humans experience when adapting to changes in the seasons, characterised by feelings of tiredness and drowsiness. In summer, something similar happens where our energy changes.

Days are longer and hotter, and our schedules and routines change. All this alters how our body functions, making us feel more fatigued or even irritable.

Here are a series of tips to your keep your energy up and avoid feeling exhausted:

Stay hydrated even if you’re not very thirsty

Drink water and consume fruits with plenty of water, as it can help you prevent feeling fatigued and improve concentration.

Prepare lighter meals
Prioritise fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. Large meals can make you feel heavy.

Move around for a few minutes
Walking, stretching or changing your posture for a few minutes can help to clear your mind.

Take advantage of natural light
Whenever you can, spend a few minutes outdoors. Natural light boosts your emotional state and well-being.

Give importance to rest
Sleeping well is key to recovering energy. Try to keep your sleep schedule as regular as possible, and air out the room before bedtime.

Refresh your body
Take advantage of breaks to cool down and to reduce feeling fatigued. Use a spray bottle or wet the nape of your neck to get activated.

Choose healthy snacks
Fruit, yoghurt or a handful of nuts are good options that provide energy in a more stable way.

Adapt your pace to the day
Listen to your body and organise the most demanding tasks at the times when you feel most energetic.

We can’t always control energy swings caused by seasonal changes, but we can adapt our habits to make things easier.