Brits typically need three 'boosts' to get them through the day - like fresh air or coffee
Brits need three "boosts" to help get them through a typical day - with the first required as early as 9:12am. Research into 2,000 adults revealed those aged between 18-24 need the most boosts, with adults aged 55-64 requiring least.
The biggest pick-me-ups were found to be getting some good news, the sun shining, and getting out for a walk - but simply having a cup of tea or coffee can also do the trick.
Receiving a compliment, having a laugh with colleagues or friends and getting a good discount, also raised spirits.
Jeff Dodds, chief operating officer at Virgin Media O2, which commissioned the research following the launch of its new supercharged "Volt" offering, said: "Everyone enjoys a boost to help them through the day, whether it’s listening to your favourite song, getting good news or having a cup of coffee.
"We know how much it matters, which is why we’re helping boost the nation so people can do more of the things they love and to help brighten their day."
It also emerged having a sugary treat, a cuddle with a pet or even watching funny videos give adults a much-needed boost during the day.
But 60 percent admitted they get their biggest lifts through food and drink.
Despite adults needing their first pick-me-up in the morning, they’re most in need by 1:18pm, according to the OnePoll data.
More than six in ten feel they will need more boosts when the clocks go back, due to it being darker for more of the waking day.
More than half (55 percent) revealed the little boosts during the day keep them motivated, and more than half also said the unexpected ones are the best kind.
Nearly four in ten also felt they can happen when you don’t even realise you need one.
And 56 percent reckon their days are full of dips and rises in energy - with 73 percent believing the best boosts are when nothing is expected in return.
The study also found more than three-quarters have looked to coffee specifically to give them a boost, drinking more than two a day for that reason.
And 47 percent say they often spend the morning filling up on hot drinks.
Jeff Dodds, of Virgin Media O2, which will be providing Volt coffee boosts to passers-by in Kings Cross, London on 29th October, added: "Our research shows that a cup of coffee is one of the nations’ top boosts, which is why we’re offering free coffee to spread some cheer and celebrate the launch of Volt."
TOP 40 WAYS BRITS GET A BOOST:
- Getting good news
- It being sunny outside
- Getting out for a walk
- A cup of tea or coffee
- Getting some fresh air
- Having a holiday to look forward to
- Watching a favourite TV show and/or movie
- Receiving a compliment
- Listening to your favourite song
- Fixing a problem
- Sharing laughter with colleagues/friends
- Having a clean house
- A sugary treat e.g. sweets or cake
- Getting a discount or getting more for your money
- Having a cuddle with a pet
- Tasty snacks
- Spending time with your children
- Receiving a text message from your partner or loved one
- Watching funny videos
- Wearing something new
- Receiving a funny message or meme from a friend
- Having something special for your lunch
- Walking the dog
- A phone call/video call with your best friend
- Retail therapy/shopping
- Nice emails
- Remembering it's Friday
- Someone making a drink for you without asking
- Flirting with someone
- Remembering it's payday soon
- Someone buying a drink for you without asking
- Getting a piece of post that's not a bill
- Making a sale/getting a project over the line/completing something you've worked hard on
- Eating fruit
- Remembering Christmas is on the horizon
- Going for a run
- Receiving likes or comments on social media
- Hitting the gym
- Meditation
- Taking vitamins/supplements