The human biological clock not only affects your life’s routine, it can also help you decide what activities are best to do at what time. The MSNBC website reports that one study found that 3-6 p.m. is the best time for people to meet and talk.
Psychologist Paul Nussbaum says that while people are physically more tired at this time, scientists at the University of Michigan found that cortisol levels (a stress hormone) in the body also drop at this time. This means that although your brain isn’t as sharp as it was before, you’ll be more easygoing and good for scheduling a leisurely meeting to discuss something with a colleague. If you’re already off work, get some exercise. Studies show that grip strength, wrist dexterity, and other physical skills are strongest at night, but if you exercise too late, the excitement of your nerves may interfere with sleep.