An Easy Way to Upgrade Your Workday Energy A research team once compared groups making small, frequent changes versus those attempting giant overhauls. Surprisingly, the group that added just a two-minute walk every hour saw more consistent improvements in their health and focus than those who tried to revamp their routines all at once. There’s something about keeping it simple and sustainable. Momentum works in your favor. If you’ve ever set a goal that felt overwhelming, you know the feeling of stalling out on day three. But when habits are short and easy—like stretching for two minutes at the top of every hour—they become almost automatic. That “quick win” provides a sense of completion, which makes you more likely to stick with it and gradually layer on bigger habits down the line. Intensity gets a lot of attention, but it’s consistency that creates results. Take one manager I spoke with: she sets a timer to stretch for two minutes every hour. By mid-afternoon, she feels less tension and avoids that familiar energy slump. It’s not because she found some secret routine—it’s because she did something small, reliably. If you’d like to try this, here’s one approach: - Pick a simple activity—walking, stretching, or even just deep breathing.
- Set a repeating timer on your phone or computer for every hour (or at intervals that work for you).
- When it buzzes, give yourself those two minutes. No multitasking; just focus on the activity.
This isn’t a hack or shortcut. It’s just a manageable way to help your mind and body stay energized throughout the day. Plus, if you want more ideas for micro-habits and support in sticking with them, the LifeHack All-Access platform can guide you with flexible daily challenges and an AI Life Coach: What will your next two minutes look like? Best,
Leon
Founder & CEO LifeHack | 
