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9 Quick-and-Easy Energy-Boosting Hacks That'll Make You Feel Awake AF

Put a pep in your step with these simple habits that take only few minutes -- no caffeine required

by Rose Curiel | COMMENT

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Put Some Backbone Into It Looks like your mom may have had a good reason for telling you to sit up straight all those years. "Poor posture doesn't just make you look like you're tired, it can actually make you feel tired," says Phillips. If your body isn't properly aligned, she explains, you can put excess strain on your back and hips, which means your body has to work harder and you end up feeling more tired. A slumped-over position also lowers mood -- and self-esteem, which won't exactly put pep back in your step.

To avoid that mid-afternoon slump in both posture and energy levels, make a conscious effort to check your posture whether you're sitting or standing. "Your shoulders should be back with your blades almost touching -- as close to touching as you can get them," advises Phillips. You should also be mindful of having your head jut too far forward or back.

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