Waking up early is usually associated with snoozing your alarms and dreading going to work. This, however, is not the norm anymore! Early mornings are now seen as a respite for many. It is a time of undisturbed peace, serene skies and plenty of time to get recharged for your day. With the new social media trend of following a ‘billionaire’s routine’ which includes waking up at 5:00 am and following certain habits, we also bring you 7 reasons why you should wake up early in the morning!
While it may feel like a chore, waking up early soon becomes a habit and a good one that too to inculcate in one’s hectic routine. Not only can you benefit physically but also mentally.
When you wake up earlier than your scheduled time, not only can you savour your morning coffee but do a plethora of activities. Do not have time for your hobby? Simple, wake up early. Want to incorporate yoga into your routine? You know it, wake up early! Scientists have also proven the existence of sleep inertia. A two-four hour period after waking up where the brain is unable to function at its full capacity and a sleep-induced fog is experienced. Once you start changing your habit, your productivity and energy levels will increase massively.
Those who wake up early also tend to fall asleep at a prescribed time. Your body feels more tired and instead of staying up till 3:00 am binging a series, you will find yourself more inclined to take a rest. Going to bed early can enhance your energy and mood levels. This allows you to complete all four-six cycles of sleep so you can feel rejuvenated the next day.
It is a scientifically proven fact that beauty sleep is needed to make your skin look fresh and younger. Sleep deprivation or inappropriate sleep cycles can cause fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles and acne. Your skin cells are regenerated while you sleep, fixing the UV damage and increasing the collagen and blood flow. Waking up early also gives you plenty of time to relish your skincare routine.
When you wake up early, you are automatically inclined towards treating yourself with a delicious breakfast that is healthy and makes you feel energized. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It gives you a boost of vitality and you can use the opportunity to be mindful of your consumption throughout the day.
You have extra time to get ready and look your best for the day while enjoying the empty roads and no traffic jams. Waking up early leads to leaving the house earlier for your work, school or college. Less traffic leads to feeling enthusiastic and optimistic about the day while facing less pollution. What’s more, is that you are guaranteed to never be late for a meeting again!
If you are having trouble keeping track of things or nothing seems to be going according to plan you need some time to yourself. Waking up early can assist you in evaluating your plans with a clear and calm mind. Plan the day ahead of time, make a to-do list, journal or use a planner. All these are great ways to feel put together.
Research has proven that those who wake up early have shown better mental health symptoms. They are optimistic, satisfied and feel positive about situations. It also lowers the chance of mental illnesses which is usually found in those who go to sleep late and wake up late. This is also an excellent way of reducing stress because you have already started the day earlier.
As the brain is known to be more alert early in the morning, focusing on important tasks earlier in the day would go a long way to make better decisions and it is also known to improve memory and concentration.
Dr. Ashish Bajaj, M.B.B.S., M.D.
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Various studies suggests that rising early in the morning as described in ancient Indian tradition influences the process of attention and can improve the ability to recall.
Dr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD
Lastly, we must aim to be kind to ourselves and sleep in late some days. Routine and reset days are as necessary as cheat days to maintain balance. Waking up early soon becomes a habit that leads us to be better versions of ourselves.
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You’re a busy person, there is a tonne of duties that have to be carried out right from when you wake up in the morning. And that’s completely understandable. But, before you get cracking with the day’s tasks, there is a simple to-do list that you must check off if you want to make the best of the day.
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These activities are curated to rejuvenate and refresh your body and mind. In this article, we give you the answer to how to start your day –
First things first, drink a glass of water before you leave your bed. If possible, you should opt for lukewarm water. Either keep a thermos full of warm water by your bedside or go over to your kitchen and heat some water. Drinking water early in the morning is the best way to detox your body as it is sure to flush away the pathogens in your body when you urinate.
Planning your day ahead is a very essential habit and should be a part of your morning routine, it is as critical as hydrating yourself with one glass of water at room temperature.
Dr. Ashish Bajaj, M.B.B.S., M.D.
The best way to start the day is by basking in the sun. The early morning sun can do wonders for your health. The soft slanted sunlight is devoid of the usual harmful UV rays. And instead, it can ply you with loads of Vitamin D to make your bones stronger, boost your immune system, improve blood circulation, and help your body assimilate other minerals like phosphorus and calcium.
Besides, after 10-12 hours of nighttime darkness and artificial lights, your body craves exposure to natural light and this will naturally boost the production of endorphins or happy hormones.
Sleeping all night will rejuvenate your body and brain but lying in bed all night without getting much activity stiffens all the muscles of your body and reduces the mobility of your joints and limbs. That is why it is compulsory to stretch the different parts of your body to ease out the tension and soreness in your muscles and joints. There are further benefits of stretching after waking up:
Midnight snacks may damage your health, but starting your day with a light snack is actually a good idea. It has been many hours since your dinner. And before it’s time for a heavy breakfast, it’s actually wise to let your stomach get used to some food with a small and healthy snack. Here are a few snack ideas for you to mull over:
Meditation can calm your mind, get a better grip on yourself and channel all your focus and attention on the tasks at hand without getting sidetracked. If you squeeze in even 10 minutes of meditation in your early morning routine, you will reap the benefits throughout the day. If you are wondering how to start your day positively, then this is definitely one of them.
I have seen a lot of people skip breakfast due to various reasons. Skipping breakfast is biggest brain damaging habit. Nobody should skip a breakfast.
Dr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD
Reading can include anything you want- a gripping novel that you can’t let go of, the news that will keep you abreast of the times, or a self-help book to keep you motivated. Reading in the morning is a way of enriching yourself before your workday begins.
What better way of tackling your tasks efficiently than chalking out a meticulous routine for the day ahead. You can either do it in your head or jot down a to-do list. This way you will not skip or forget anything important.
If you are going through some trying times, it’s quite natural to feel gloomy and upset. You may even find yourself doubting your own capabilities. But losing faith is the surest path to failure. The best way to start the day is to tell yourself that you are a warrior and that you will take challenges one at a time and find solutions to all of them. Give yourself a mental high-five. This simple act can dramatically raise your confidence and efficiency.
To be able to complete the daily tasks you need energy which is you must draw from food. Start your day on a healthy and positive note with a power-packed breakfast that helps break your overnight fast and keeps you going for hours.
During the night, the body breaks down glucose which is stored in your body as glycogen, this is released into the bloodstream, which maintains blood glucose levels and keeps the brain in good health and working condition. But when you skip breakfast or do not have a healthy meal your body starts to break down stored fatty acids. When these fatty acids are broken down, it reduces energy levels. Some healthy breakfast choices you can make every morning to keep yourself in the best shape are porridge, whole grain cereals with low-fat milk/greek yoghurt topped with fresh fruits, overnight oats, spinach omelette, besan chilla, dhokla, crumpets with baked beans, poha, sooji upma, paneer stuffed parathas, shredded chicken wholegrain sandwich, boiled eggs with peanut butter toast and more!
These simple morning tips will help you be a better version of yourself. Planning on how to start your day shouldn’t be rocket science. To make time for them, you will need to wake up a little early, but we promise, it’s worth the inconvenience.
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