I Tried 5 Morning Routines—Here’s What Happened

1st Choice: Work Out

While running three miles before work seems intense at the best of times, it's pretty much impossible when you're thinking about it from the comfort of your bed. The trick to working out in the morning is to remind yourself that the task is always more difficult in our minds than in our reality. Even though you don't have to look forward to your workout, you don't have to dread it.

I woke up with the goal to go to the gym—and chose to not listen to the excuses for why I was too tired to do so. After 30 minutes of cardio, I was completely refreshed and wondering how it was only 8am. Thus, this option was easily my first choice because it energized me for the day and fulfilled my need to feel productive immediately. With mentality being a huge factor in our everyday lives, the quick 30-minute workout allowed me to relieve stress, feel accountable and take pride that I started my day as strongly as I wanted to end it.

Who would benefit:

• People who are groggy in the morning and wish for a natural remedy to wake up.
• People who are trying to live a healthier lifestyle or want to create a workout schedule (but find themselves too tired after work).
• People who hold the feeling of productivity as a high priority.

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