#1 Wake up time.
Most people believe that waking up is the most important element of the morning routine.
False.
The most important element is going to bed on time.
If you want to wake up earlier with more energy and creativity, great sleep is a non-negotiable.
How to become the person who wakes up full of energy?
Step 1: Pick a time you want to wake up at every day. (I wake up at 6.00 every day, Saturdays and Sundays included)
Step 2: Set an alarm clock for this hour.
Step 3: Go to sleep normally and wake up at this time.
Step 4: You will probably be more tired the next day. Perfect. That helps you sleep earlier.
Pick your bedtime by subtracting 8 hours from your wake up time ( for me 6.00 AM - 8 hours= 10 p.m. is my bed time)
Step 5: Don’t quit when you feel tired after 3 days. Your body needs to adjust. 7 days of pain for the life you want. It’s worth it.
#2 Hydration
Drink two glasses of water (500ml) immediately after waking up.
This boosts your digestion, gives you more energy and allows your body and brain to function properly.
Pro tip: Put a glass of water next to your bed the night before. Design your environment for success.
#3 Start with a success
In the morning you want to create momentum as fast as possible.
That „I am a winner” feeling will give you power to move mountains.
The first goal?
Brush your teeth.
I’m serious.
And give yourself credit for it.
Say to yourself: „Everything is going according to the plan, I’ve just accomplished my first goal and I feel great.”
Don’t underestimate this strategy. Quiet your ego or keep living the life you have right now.
#4 Movement
This has been the biggest game-changer for me.
Moving your body first thing in the morning will make you 25% better in everything that you do.
For 2 reasons:
Your energy levels, metabolism and mood will improve significantly. More energy = more actions = more results.
The mindset of investing in yourself first. When you start by investing in yourself you radiate gratitude to the universe. You are happy and satisfied. You are full and can give more to other people. You are also motivated to keep behaving like that for the whole day.
What to do?
Summer time: Walk for 10-20 minutes. ——> This will also make waking up much easier the next day because you are getting direct sunlight into your eyes which regulates your circadian rhythm (your body clock)
Winter time: High intensity cardio for 10-15 minutes at home. I use jump rope. It doesn’t take up too much space(like a treadmill) and does a phenomenal job.
#5 Grooming
When you comeback from the walk or finish you workout, it’s time to take care of your appearance.
This is what most ignore.
They don’t treat their grooming seriously.
You are important.
Even if nobody has ever told you that.
Take care of yourself.
Self-care always pays. Remember that.
Use the products you like using.
A premium body wash that makes your skin soft.
A shampoo and conditioner that nourish your hair.
A skincare routine that gives you the glow you’ve always wanted to have and eliminates your acne.
Use warm water, relax. You are the best version of yourself and all of your goals are coming to you.
Feel all the blessings the universe has for you as warm water runs through your body.
Style your hair.
It doesn’t have to be complicated.
Neat, clean and professional.
Do your make up if you are a woman.
Shave if you are a man.
Spray a nice fragrance on yourself.
It doesn’t have to be Prada, Chanel or Dior[but it can ;)]
Pick something that smells like you.
Dress for success.
Why do we do this?
Because when you feel like the best version of yourself, you have no other option than to behave like the best version of yourself.
If you are cheap with yourself, the world is cheap with you.
#6 Food
The best breakfast you can have?
4-6 eggs+veggies or fruit.
That’s it.
No more insulin spikes, energy drops, acne or gaining weight. Kill you brain fog.
Eggs are nature’s multivitamin. Full of great fats and protein. They give your body and brain everything they need to be at 100%.
Prepare them how you want: boiled, scrambled, fried. Pick what is the fastest and most comfortable way for you.
Veggies—> pick tomatoes, sauerkraut or beetroot.
Things that don’t take too much time to prepare. Simplicity wins.
Fruit——> blueberries, apples and raspberries.
Don’t go for high-sugar fruit like bananas or mangoes in the morning. We want to stay low-carb.
If you’ve been eating oatmeal, bread or cereal for breakfast, this change alone will 2x your productivity. I swear by it.
#7 Deep work
This is where you win the day.
Work on an important project that you are excited about without distractions(phone, e-mail, social media).
60-90 minutes of pure focus on the task at hand.
This is not for texting, responding to e-mail or doing meaningless tasks that amount to nothing.
This is for the big, meaningful tasks that move you forward.
Creative work on a difficult project.
Making new things.
Things that you look back on at the end of the month and say „I accomplished this.”
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If you follow this morning routine your life will transform.
Mine has.
From a shy, anxious and awkward person I transformed into a successful individual who is confident and satisfied.
I live without limits and my mission is to help you do the same.
This is your first step.
Much love,
Adrian.
