Busy Moms: How to Get Your Energy Back and Stop Feeling Exhausted
“Busy Moms: How to Get Your Energy Back and Stop Feeling Exhausted!"
- Misty Creaghe
This is my journey the high and the low and how I changed it!
Do you wake up just as tired as when you went to bed? Do you hit that 3 PM crash so hard that even another cup of coffee can’t save you? Are you so drained when you get home that even the thought of playing with your kids feels impossible?
If so, let me tell you something no one else has: This is NOT how life is supposed to go.
For years, I was told that exhaustion was just part of being a mom. That feeling this way was normal. That this was my life now, and I just had to accept it.
And then I found out the truth—it doesn’t have to be this way.
What if I told you I figured out the code to more energy? That there are four key areas you MUST address to break free from this cycle of exhaustion? You don’t need another temporary fix. You need to build a foundation that helps you wake up refreshed, power through your day, and still have the energy to enjoy your life—without relying on caffeine or sheer willpower.
Let’s talk about the four things that change everything when it comes to energy levels.
1. Nutrition: Your Food Is Your Fuel
Most moms are under-fueling their bodies without realizing it. You may think you’re eating “enough,” but are you giving your body what it needs to run like a high-performance machine?
Your metabolism is like a gas-guzzling truck. If you don’t keep it properly fueled, it slows down, leaving you feeling sluggish and exhausted. The key to unlocking more energy without adding more hours to your day is understanding how to use food strategically.
Here’s what you need to do:
Eat enough protein. Protein has the highest thermic effect of food (TEF), meaning it takes more energy to digest and helps stoke your metabolism. Aim for a protein source at every meal.
Eat consistently. Skipping meals or eating too little during the day leads to energy crashes. Prioritize balanced meals to keep blood sugar stable and energy steady.
Ditch the ultra-processed foods. Highly processed carbs spike your blood sugar, leading to a crash that makes you feel even more tired. Instead, opt for whole foods that provide sustained energy.
By focusing on fueling your metabolism properly, you’ll start to notice an immediate difference in how you feel—without making drastic changes to your schedule.
2. NEAT: The Hidden Key to Burning More Calories Without Exercise
Most people think exercise is the biggest factor in burning calories, but in reality, it’s NEAT—Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis—that makes the biggest difference.
NEAT includes all the movement you do outside of formal workouts—things like walking around the house, cleaning, playing with your kids, even fidgeting. The more you move throughout the day, the more energy your body naturally burns, which helps boost your metabolism without adding another workout to your schedule.
Simple ways to improve NEAT:
Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Pace while on phone calls.
Set a timer to get up and move every hour.
Play with your kids instead of watching from the sidelines.
Park further away from the store entrance.
Increasing your NEAT is one of the most effective ways to burn more calories and improve energy—and the best part? It doesn’t require any extra time in your day.
3. BMR: How to Burn More Calories Even When You’re Resting
Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories your body burns at rest just to keep you alive. The higher your BMR, the more energy your body burns—even when you’re doing nothing.
The good news? You can change your BMR.
While genetics play a role, there are things you can do to increase the number of calories your body naturally burns, leading to more energy and a faster metabolism. The best ways to boost your BMR include:
Eating enough calories. Chronic dieting and undereating slow down your metabolism, making it harder to lose weight and leaving you feeling drained.
Building muscle. More muscle = a higher BMR. This means you burn more calories at rest, giving you more energy overall.
Getting quality sleep. Sleep deprivation lowers your BMR and leads to energy crashes. Prioritizing better sleep can make a huge difference in how you feel.
By improving your BMR, you create a body that naturally burns more energy, helping you feel more alive and capable every single day.
4. Exercise: The Only Way to Change Your BMR
While exercise is the smallest factor in daily calorie burn, it’s the ONLY way to build muscle and increase your BMR.
And no, I’m not talking about endless cardio sessions. If you want more energy, a faster metabolism, and long-term health benefits, you need to focus on strength training.
Strength training helps:
Build muscle, which increases BMR and burns more calories at rest.
Improve insulin sensitivity, reducing energy crashes.
Boost mood and mental clarity, making daily life feel easier.
You don’t have to spend hours in the gym to see results. Just 2-3 strength training sessions per week can drastically improve your metabolism, energy levels, and overall well-being.
You Don’t Have to Accept Exhaustion as Your Reality
For too long, moms have been told that feeling exhausted is just part of life. That running on fumes is normal. That there’s nothing we can do about it.
But that’s a lie.
You can get your energy back.
By focusing on nutrition, NEAT, BMR, and strength training, you can break free from the cycle of fatigue and create a body that naturally thrives with energy—without relying on caffeine or sheer willpower.
And the best part? These changes don’t require you to sacrifice your time with your family. They don’t require extreme dieting or spending hours at the gym. They’re sustainable, effective, and life changing.
So, momma, it’s time to stop pushing through exhaustion. It’s time to take control of your energy. Because you deserve to feel good again.
Are you ready to make the shift? Let’s get started today. 💪
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