Let me tell you about Brees.
Sheâs my 2-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer â a turbo-charged, joy-exploding ball of zoomies who thinks the floor is lava and the sofa is a launchpad. The entire living room is a Parkour obstacle course for her.
By 6:02 AM, sheâs galloping laps around the living room, eyes gleaming like she just sniffed a squirrel-sized espresso shot.
Me? Iâm standing there holding my coffee like itâs a life raft, wondering how I became the one with less energy than a toddler dog.
The Midlife Energy Mystery
If youâve been waking up already tired, slogging through afternoons like you're knee-deep in molasses, or staring at your to-do list like itâs written in Latin⊠I see you.
Perimenopause can feel like someone swapped out your new batteries for old ones. And no â itâs not just in your head.
Hormonal changes during this phase (especially fluctuating estrogen and cortisol) mess with your mitochondrial function, blood sugar balance, and thyroid performance â the very things that fuel your energy. Add poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, and emotional load? Boom. Welcome to Midlife Fatigue Olympics.
But guess what?
Youâre not broken â your bodyâs just asking for a new kind of support.
đ„ Real Talk: What Iâve Learned from Brees
Brees reminds me daily of something simple: energy isn't just used â it's created. She doesnât wait to âfeel readyâ â she moves, she eats well (okay, she eats my shorts too), and she rests like a pro.
Thatâs the same formula that works for us.
Letâs break it down.
âïž 5 Energy-Restoring Actions (Brees-Tested, Human-Approved)
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1. Fuel First Thing
Your body is running on empty after 8+ hours of fasting. Start your day with protein + healthy fat (not just caffeine). Think: boiled eggs and avocado toast, or a smoothie with collagen and almond butter.
2. Move Like You Mean It
Short bursts of movement actually create more energy. Try a 10-minute power walk, gentle yoga, or a kitchen dance-off while Brees stares in judgment. (Itâs fine. Sheâs not the boss of you.)
3. Hydrate Like Youâre Paid for It
Mild dehydration is a hidden energy thief. Aim for half your body weight in ounces of water daily. Add a pinch of sea salt or a splash of coconut water for bonus minerals.
4. Regulate Your Rhythm
Cortisol loves consistency. Try waking and sleeping at the same time each day. And please â ditch the scrolling before bed. Your brain wants melatonin, not Instagram drama.
5. Rest Isnât Lazy â Itâs Leadership
Midlife energy isnât about doing more â itâs about doing smarter. Build in rest breaks. Say no without guilt. Lie down in a patch of sun like Brees does. (Optional but encouraged: dramatic sighs.)
đ Letâs Redefine Vitality
Having less energy doesnât mean youâre less you. It just means your body needs different tools to thrive now.
Youâre not chasing your younger self â youâre building a stronger, wiser version. One that knows when to hustle and when to hydrate. One that celebrates her wins and her naps.
And if Brees has taught me anything, itâs this:
Chase joy. Shake it off. Rest deeply. Repeat.
đŹ Letâs Hear It
Whatâs your biggest energy struggle right now â mornings, afternoons, or everything in between?
Tell me on our YouTube Channel or tag me in your most relatable couch nap photo (Brees loves those too). We LOVE naps.Â
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