Connect with us

Education

Combating College Student Fatigue

2331_i_cant_cry_these_tears_anymoreSleep more. Party less. OK, you dorm nuts, I know you want to embrace the entire college experience in a big way, but you must sacrifice your social life for a bit if you want to succeed in the classroom and avoid getting sick. Fatigue plagues most college students. Staying up late, waking early, playing sports, hitting the gym and trying to reach your academic goals can seem like a daunting task, but if you show some discipline you can have fun and feel good.
Let’s face it; even the most athletic, or fit person reaches a point where they cannot bounce back. You are living in a body which needs rest. Knowing this, intend to grab about 6 to 8 hour’s worth of sleep each night. Take naps during the day. Do whatever you need to do in order to rest your body and your mind, and if that means cutting back a little bit with your part time job, or scaling back on your social schedule, then do it.
If you actually feel well rested and enjoy your college experience you will excel academically. You will reach your goals inside and outside of the classroom and you will have fun on the trip too. You also will not experience the long term side effects that plague many hard party types years after attending classes, because your daily and hourly habits now effect who you become many years down the road.
Enjoy the ride. Rest up. Feel good about what you do and excel.

Eat Right

Consuming a balanced, nutritious diet helps you overcome exhaustion and defeat fatigue. Each a high energy diet based on lean proteins, leafy greens and fruits. Factor in complex carbohydrates like oatmeal and whole wheat bread to supply yourself with critical sources of energy.
Go to the store and stop eating at the local pizza shop every day. Buy fresh fruits and vegetables and prepare your own food to develop healthy eating habits. I know, I know, it seems like a drag, but you will thank yourself now, and 10 years down the road when you are lean and fit and your buddies’ freshman 15 turns into a freshman 50!

Get Enough Sleep

As noted, aim for at least 6 hours or more each night. Invest in ear plugs and a mask if you are living with or by a particularly rowdy crew. Also take naps during the day to energize yourself. Nothing is more important than you feeling well-rested.

Breathe Deeply and Slowly

This one might sound silly but try it. You will be stunned at how well it works. Breathe slowly and deeply. Go ahead, do it now. What happens is this: your thoughts and feelings follow your breathing. By breathing slowly and deeply you immediately slow down your thoughts and feelings and relax.
You no longer push, strain and strive to reach certain goals. You are calm, at peace, and relaxed, and your body takes on this vibe. You also tap into internal guidance, and get the rest you need to receive in order to recover.

Cut It Out

OK, maybe you will not cut out partying entirely, because it is fun to let go once in a while. But you need to cut out the partying 7 days each week bit as this can have detrimental short and long term effects. Your body can only handle so much. Head one 1 to 2 nights weekly. Control yourself. No need to drink too much and act like a fool. Party responsibly, rest up and enjoy your college experience.
Kelli Cooper is a freelance writer who blogs on all things education from the environmental program at Vermont Law to how to pick your major.
Photo Credit

Continue Reading

Recent Posts

Home Improvement1 week ago

Mastering The Maintenance: Breaking Down The Basics Of Your Ducted Heating And Cooling System

Welcome, fellow home enthusiasts! Ever find yourself lost in the labyrinth of your ducted heating and cooling system? Have you...

Business3 weeks ago

The Invisible Hands: Unveiling How Food Distributors Influence the Quality of Our Foods

Ever found yourself wondering why the tomatoes in your salad taste particularly fresh or why your preferred brand of coffee...

Marketing3 weeks ago

Webflow CMS: A Comprehensive Guide

Webflow is a powerful tool that allows you to create and manage dynamic websites without needing to code. It’s a...

Business3 weeks ago

The Three Most Important Benefits You Should Offer To Your Employees

Offering your employees a range of benefits on top of regular salary increases will really help to show that you...

Business1 month ago

Business Tips For Protecting Your Finances During A Recession

In 2024, taking the necessary steps to protect your finances for your business is now more important than ever. The...

Green & Energy2 months ago

Air Conditioning Installation: What You Need to Know

When it comes to getting an air conditioning unit installed, can significantly improve your comfort and home environment, especially during...

Marketing2 months ago

Marketing Tips For A Gym Wear Brand

When starting a gym wear brand, there are a few things you need to do and one of them is...

General2 months ago

Social Media Marketing: What Are All The Types?

Social media marketing is a tool that is a must-have in today’s digital age. it’s very rare that businesses can...

Business3 months ago

How To Become A Property Developer

There are several reasons why an individual will want to become a property developer. One of the main reasons for...

Business3 months ago

Remote Delivery Innovations: Case Studies from Leading E-commerce Brands

People have gone through much change in the past few years when it comes to online shopping. Nowadays, when delivery...

Business3 months ago

Why are Brits turning to online-only banks?

For years, large, conventional banks held all the aces when it comes to citizens’ finances in the UK. HSBC, Lloyds...

5 Important Web Design Considerations to Make For Better SEO 5 Important Web Design Considerations to Make For Better SEO
Tech4 months ago

5 Important Web Design Considerations to Make For Better SEO

Ever since the birth of search engines, practices in optimising websites for better search rankings have changed considerably. Where it...

SEO4 months ago

The Importance of Local SEO for Small Businesses

There are many different types of businesses and all of them will require online marketing however, with a small business,...

General4 months ago

Understanding The Unsung Heroes: Cool Rooms And The Importance Of Regular Repairs

Everybody loves a breath of fresh air when entering a superstore! But have you ever wondered who’s working backstage to...

Home Improvement8 months ago

How To Add More Value To Your Home

If you have some spare cash in the bank, it is likely you would like to spend it on your...

Categories

Archives

Trending