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Spring tiredness

10 tips to recharge your energy in spring

As days get longer and brighter, many people experience unexpected exhaustion: spring tiredness. This phenomenon slows us down even though spring should bring renewed energy. Causes are varied: hormones, vitamin deficiencies or adjustments of the body clock. Which simple strategies can help you get back to feeling energetic and full of life?
  • Balanced and light diet

Focus now on fresh, local produce. Colourful vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts provide valuable vitamins and minerals that boost your metabolism and help prevent tiredness.

  • Choose seasonal foods

Incorporate asparagus, radishes, lamb's lettuce and fresh herbs like parsley or chives into your cooking. These support your health, add variety and do not overburden the body.

  • Exercise outdoors

Overcome your inner resistance and walk for at least 20 minutes every day. Even light activity, such as a walk during lunch break, stimulates circulation and supports energy production without requiring immediate intense exercise.

  • Regular exercise

The fitter you are, the less likely you are to be affected by spring tiredness. Find an activity you enjoy, whether it's Nordic walking, cycling or easy jogging. Consistency is more important than intensity.

  • Bring fresh air into your home 

If you spend a lot of time indoors, open the windows regularly so that fresh air and oxygen enter your home. This improves concentration and helps you get through the day with more energy.

  • Contrast showers for a boost

Get used to morning contrast showers, alternating warm and cold water over your body. This gets the circulation going and also strengthens the blood vessels.

  • Avoid long midday naps

Even if you feel tired during the day, avoid long naps. Too long a midday nap can disrupt hormonal balance and actually increase tiredness.

  • Drink coffee in moderation

One to two cups of coffee a day can improve concentration and keep you alert. However, avoid excessive caffeine as it can interfere with sleep.

  • Relaxing bedtime ritual

Go to bed by 10 pm at the latest and establish a calm bedtime routine, for example by reading a book or having a cup of herbal tea. Fresh air in the bedroom and avoiding screens in the evening promote restorative sleep.

  • Make use of natural vitamin D

Spend a few minutes in the sun each day, preferably without sunscreen on your face and forearms when UV levels are not too high. This encourages the body's natural vitamin D production.

editorial.facts

  • The body needs several weeks to adapt to longer days and higher temperatures. Until then, many people feel lethargic and low on energy.
  • People with a more sensitive nervous system are particularly affected by spring tiredness; women are often more affected than men.
  • Coffee, tea or energy drinks can temporarily boost concentration in the morning. If consumed throughout the day, however, they impair the body's recovery ability and can even increase tiredness.