My Morning Routine
Over my winter break, I have dialed in a morning routine that has supercharged my wellness, energy, and focus. For a long time my morning routine was (1) hop out of bed, (2) splash my face and brush my teeth, and (3) eat. This was quick and easy, but with the extra time during winter break I wanted to try something new. Below is my new, one-hour morning routine. First, let's talk about sleep. Sleep is the number one factor that affects your mood and energy. Additionally, sleep is the factor that enables other health and wellness practices to actually do their job. For example, if you're taking a turmeric supplement to reduce inflammation, the supplement will have zero effect if you are getting low-quality sleep and/or not sleeping enough. The Routine: 1. When I start the day with a warm shower, I get my blood moving. It's also nice to incorporate a cold rinse - this really wakes you up! I brush my teeth right before the shower. 2. After a long sleep and a warm shower, my f...