Some days it's just too tempting to hit the snooze button on your alarm clock. When you're lying in the cosy warm embrace of your duvet, it can seem completely unappealing to muster up the energy to get on the mat and get up for your morning workout.
But what if we told you that you can change that? What if we told you that jumping out of bed as soon as the alarm goes off can make you really fit for the rest of the day?
A global study, has found that one in four people find outdoor exercise as an activity gives them more energy than listening to music, watching live sports, attending a concert, spending time with loved ones or going to the gym.
You're not an outdoor athlete? Then maybe now is the time to give it a try. During the pandemic, 58.1% of those who reported that their energy levels had decreased were those who did not exercise at all.
1. focus on the advantages
Morning exercise is beneficial for the mind as well as the body. You release lots of endorphins, which have been shown to give a mental and physical energy boost.
The endorphins released during a morning exercise session last throughout the day, so not only do you feel the immediate effect, but you also benefit from it throughout the rest of the day. It's a really positive boost to start the day.
There's also the feel-good factor of knowing you've already ticked off one of your tasks for the day. That's an easy mental boost to gain - and the mindset of having got off on the right foot can potentially lead to more positive decisions throughout the day.
Top tip: Practice saying: "I may", not: "I must". By saying: "I get to run this morning" instead of: "I have to run this morning", change the narrative from a negative to a positive view.
2. learn to love a good night's sleep
To get up early (and have enough energy to hop from bed into the trainers), you have to train yourself to schedule evening rest and go to bed early.
Swap exercise, bright lights and big meals in the evening for quieter, relaxing activities like reading or yoga. Working out late at night can release a lot of adrenaline and increase cortisol levels. This can make it difficult for you to switch off and fall asleep, which in turn can affect your recovery.
Top tip: Adjust your nightly routine and see how it helps you get into a high-energy morning routine. Along the way, you'll also benefit from a better night's sleep.
Pack your PAKAMA bag the night before.
A simple but effective trick is to have your equipment ready so you can get up and go at sunrise.
Check the weather forecast, make sure you're prepared for the right conditions and you'll start the day with more energy than ever before.
Top tip: Prepare your PAKAMA bag the night before. If you don't prepare, you can fail and so on.
5. find a workout buddy
Another simple trick that will get you through your morning exercise sessions in no time is to team up with someone.
It is important to have a friend who will hold you accountable. When you feel that you are not alone. No more excuses when you set the alarm to snooze.
Top tip: Exercising virtually with a friend can be just as effective as exercising together in real life.
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Some days, it's just too tempting to hit the snooze button on your alarm clock. When you're lying in the cozy warm embrace of your comforter, it can seem completely unappealing to muster up the energy to get on your mat and get up for your morning workout.
But what if we told you that you could change that? What if we told you that jumping out of bed as soon as the alarm goes off can get you really fit for the rest of the day?
A worldwide study, has found that one in four find that exercising outdoors as an activity gives them more energy than listening to music, watching live sports, attending a concert, spending time with loved ones or going to the gym.
Not an outdoor athlete? Then now might be the time to give it a try. During the pandemic, 58.1% of those who reported that their energy levels had decreased were those who did not exercise at all.
1. Focus on the benefits
Morning exercise sessions are beneficial for the mind as well as the body. You'll release lots of endorphins, which have been shown to give you a mental and physical energy boost.
The endorphins released during a morning exercise session last throughout the day, so not only do you feel the immediate effects, but you also benefit from them throughout the rest of the day. It's a really positive boost to start the day.
There's also the feel-good factor of knowing you've already checked off one of your tasks for the day. It's an easy mental boost to gain - and the mindset of having gotten off on the right foot can potentially lead to more positive decisions throughout the day.
Top tip: Practice saying, "I may," not, "I must." By saying, "I get to run this morning," instead of, "I have to run this morning," change the narrative from negative to positive.
Learn to love a good night's sleep.
To get up early (and have enough energy to hop from bed to sneakers), you have to train yourself to schedule evening rest and go to bed early.
Swap exercise, bright lights and big meals in the evening for quieter, more relaxing activities, like reading or yoga. Late night workouts can release a lot of adrenaline and increase cortisol levels. This can make it difficult for you to switch off and fall asleep, which in turn can affect your recovery.
Top tip: Adjust your nighttime routine and see how it helps you settle into a high-energy morning routine. Along the way, you'll also benefit from a better night's sleep.
3. Pack your PAKAMA bag the night before.
A simple but effective trick is to have your gear ready so you can get up and go at sunrise.
Check the weather forecast, make sure you're prepared for the right conditions, and you'll start the day with more energy than ever.
Top tip: Get your PAKAMA bag ready the night before. If you don't prepare, you can fail and so on.
5. Find a workout buddy
Another simple trick that will help you get through your morning workouts in no time is to team up with someone.
It's important to have a friend who will keep you accountable. When you feel like you're not alone. No more excuses when you set your alarm to snooze.
Top tip: Working out with a friend virtually can be just as effective as working out together in real life.
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