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Region: US | Usage example: She still has the get up and go of someone half her age.

Get up and go

Meaning

Energy and enthusiasm to be active.

Usage

Used in fitness, work, or everyday motivation contexts.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

An Americanism praising vigor and motion.

Popular in mid-20th century advertising campaigns about vitality.

Related Idioms

Hit the ground running

Start with immediate energy and efficiency.

Ants in your pants

Restless energy or excitement.

Pushing up daisies

Dead and buried; no longer active.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.