An accurate indicator of having a good fitness and strength level can be measured by the amount of energy we have. To fit everything into our busy lifestyles we need high energy levels. When we have loads of energy we tend to be happier and more enthusiastic, more motivated to be active and in turn can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.

Constantly being tired and having low energy levels can lead to apathy and the blues, which in not favorable to getting the most out of life.

A study was commissioned by the Postmaster General in 1992. The purpose of the study was twofold-to discover the root cause and find a way to solve it. When the results came back, it seemed obvious. The problem was that graveyard shift workers weren't getting enough light in their eyes.

The Postal Service raised the wattage of their florescent tubes, and productivity increased dramatically. It's not known how this ultimately affected the long-term health of their workers, but the story is important. It illustrates the finding that if you don't get adequate sunlight on a long-term basis, you could be missing out on a lot of vital energy, happiness, and better health.

Another way to gain quick energy is to snack on a banana. The potassium in bananas is a key mineral in converting blood sugar into energy. It is a healthy and energizing snack. You can also boost your energy level during the day by taking a quick nap. A simple thirty minute nap stops your energy from falling even lower, while a full hour nap boosts your energy and increases performance.

However, if you are at work and unable to take a thirty minute nap, you can even opt for a mint. Surprisingly a simple mint has the ability to temporarily boost your energy. The smell of a mint stimulates our trigeminal nerve thereby upping our alertness. So the next time you feel like you are fatigued and tired, try one of these simple approaches to boost your energy.

You have to be on some sort of exercise program to have a high energy level. If you aren't exercising now, though, don't jump in and start a strenuous program thinking your energy level will soar just like that. Over-doing it right off the bat will leave you feeling drained and with no energy at all. Why do you think so many people quit their exercise program or gym so soon after they start? They burn out because they start out working too hard and too long.

What did you have for lunch? Processed foods full of chemicals and sugar can lead to energy depletion. Stick with healthy choices like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. After a few days, you will be amazed at the new level of energy that you now have.

Get plenty of iron. Many women lack energy because they lack iron in their diet. This can usually be fixed with an iron supplement.

Get plenty of iron. Many women lack energy because they lack iron in their diet. This can usually be fixed with an iron supplement.

Boost your metabolism by eating once every three to four hours. Have some fruit or carrot sticks handy when you're on the run. Our bodies increase their metabolism each time we eat. We can boost are metabolism with healthy snacks throughout the day.