How To Start A Healthy Morning Routine

In this post: Having difficulty getting it together in the mornings? Start a healthy morning routine with these ideas. This might just be the answer you’re looking for to give you the drive to kick-start your day.

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I rolled over and hit the snooze button again this morning. Then when I finally manage to part ways with my bed, I realize that I’m halfway behind my scheduled time to prepare for work. Might I add, for the second time this week?

A morning routine is made up of a pattern of usual activities. These activities are performed every morning and allow you to get to an effective, purposeful rhythm.

These habit-forming activities set the tone for the rest of your day. When you are motivated you will be more productive, and more mindful. On top of that, it will also encourage you to be positive and therefore help you to stay on top of your day.

These habits are important because without them you might be hit with feeling crabby or you’ll also go about your day without being mindful of your actions.

Here’s the thing though, I cannot tell you what your morning routine should look like.  It should be tailor-made for you and you are the only person who can decide what actions you want to include.

So, any activity or activities that you need to fit into your morning before work or school should be included. As long as it is meaningful and helps you to maintain a healthy body and mind.

Another vital factor to take into consideration is the order of each activity for your morning routine. This is totally up to you. It should be what makes sense and works for you.   

There is only one rule of thumb, and that is, social media cannot be the first order of the day. Social media first thing in the morning can turn your day upside down and manipulate you, without you even being aware of it.

The Benefits Of Having A Healthy Morning Routine

There are so many benefits of having a routine. A positive morning routine is a powerful strategy that will help you to set up your goals for each particular day.

It helps to prevent overwhelm, keeps you centered and gets you pumped, and keeps you motivated throughout the day. 

Craft your morning routine so that it is filled with priorities that are important to you. Ensure that they line up with your personal goals. This will help to encourage positive thoughts and helps you to have a healthier, happier, more fulfilled and productive day.

By being more productive, you will have more time to do the things that you love. With these practices in place, it will help you determine how you spend your time and energy every day.

When you are able to manage your time successfully, it helps you to maintain your mental wellness.

Your morning routine will no doubt help to instill self-discipline. You will be mindful of how you map out your day and this process will help you to take control of your life.

Build Your Routine

Building your routine may take you out of your comfort zone but however you want to slice it or dice it, if you want to make changes it must be done. I really don’t expect you to go cold turkey because if you go that route it will be harder for you to maintain. 

Starting out will not be easy at first, especially if you are used to getting up in the mornings and doing everything in a rush. When keep rushing in the mornings to get through the door this usually spirals into having a chaotic morning.

To develop a morning routine you will have to work at it. However, building a morning routine is totally doable. You need to start small and take baby steps. 

A healthy morning routine can considerably improve your life. If you are consistent, you will undoubtedly see results. If necessary adjust your routine until you figure out exactly what is important to you and works for you. 

Activities To Include In Your Morning Routine

If your current habits are leaving you mentally, physically and emotionally drained then start a morning routine. One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is some “me” time.

You can accomplish so much more if you get up a bit earlier.  

 Start off with getting up 15 minutes and add 2-3 priorities. Then once you have mastered the habit of getting up 15 minutes earlier bump up your time and add another 15 mins.

With this half an hour now available to you you can add more activities to your list of priorities.

1. Prep The Night Before

 If you prep the night before it will be one less decision that you will have to deal with in the morning.  It gives you more time to be more productive.

You could select your outfit for the next day, the night before. It could be your clothes for work, school, or your workout gears. Prepare your lunch and if possible your breakfast the night before. When you do that, you have one less thing to figure out in the morning.   

2. Set Your Alarm

This is one of the first steps to include in your morning routine. It is from this step that you will be able to carry out the other activities.  You can either use the old-school, no-nonsense alarm clock or a more subtle alarm on your phone.

Get in the habit of being consistent with the time you wake up.  It doesn’t matter what alarm you choose. Just make sure it’s one that you’re comfortable with but is also effective.  In this way, you will be less likely to hit the snooze button.

3. Make Your Bed

If you’ve slithered out of bed way past the time you thought you would get up, then making your bed is the last thing on your mind.  You are just rushing to get it together to get out the door.

It may seem all so simple but making your bed instills discipline. It also helps to provide a clutter free space.  This helps with stress relief as well as provides a peaceful backdrop. When you do this, your first task of the day is done!

4. Devotion

One of the greatest benefits you can reap from having your morning devotion is a feeling of hope and peace. It helps to combat the different challenges that tend to overload your mind and body as well as cause anxiety.

It’s your time alone with God where you can reflect, communicate and express gratitude. When you reserve time for this activity in your morning routine, you will strengthen your spiritual life and help to boost your mental well-being. 

5. Workout

Working out in the morning is one of the best things you can do for your mind and body.  Sometimes after the hustle and bustle at the end of the day you are so tired and frazzled that you have no desire to work out.

So without planning to, you end up skipping your exercise session that day.

You need to put exercise at the top of your list if you are serious about your health and overall well-being. Schedule it if you must and be disciplined enough to stick with it.

If you get up early, then you will have ample time to fit it in.  You can start with at least 30 minutes per day at least 3 times per week.

Whether it’s walking, running or hitting the gym, make every effort to find time to exercise. Whatever form it takes, incorporate it on a regular basis.

Related: The short and longterm benefits of exercise

6. Lemon Water

Lemon water ( lemon juice added to water ) is all the hype these days and with good reason. There are so many benefits of drinking lemon water in the morning.

It includes protecting the body from immune deficiencies, maintaining the PH balance of the system in addition to alleviating some skin problems.

When you drink lemon water first thing in the morning it helps to ‘wake up’ your system. And, it acts as a detoxifying agent by helping to cleanse your liver as it allows the liver to flush out toxins.

in addition, it also promotes digestion and helps to regulate natural bowel movement in your body.

7. Breakfast

Our bodies need fuel in order to function and eating food provides that fuel. When you eat a healthy breakfast it helps you to concentrate. 

You might be surprised to know that, if your stomach is always growling and you’re constantly being hit by pangs of hunger, there is no way you can keep focused in such situations. All you can think about is food!

Eating breakfast gives you that added boost and focus at the beginning of the day. It also helps prevent brain fog and staves off grouchiness.

Try, as much as you can to have a wholesome breakfast. Give the boot to cereals that are loaded with sugar.  Whole foods like eggs, oatmeal, smoothies, avocados, fruits and nuts are just some of the foods that you can include in your breakfast.

If you’re on a special meal plan, especially intermittent fasting, then that’s a totally different situation altogether.

8. Affirmations

Embrace each morning with positive affirmations.  It could be one word, a sentence, a phrase, or even a song.  Repeat these positive affirmations and let them seep into your mindset.

Adopt this practice and repeat these positive words or sing these positive songs as often as you need to. This will help you to tackle and silence any negative thoughts that might rear their ugly head.

Like with everything in life that is transformative, regular practice changes everything. What better way to get your day off on the best foot?

Conclusion On Start A Healthy Morning Routine

Take the time to prioritize your health and well-being by establishing a healthy morning routine. It can set the tone for the rest of your day.

To start your routine, it’s important to begin by identifying your goals and priorities. You can then gradually incorporate these activities into your routine, starting with small steps and building up over time.

Once you have established your routine, it will become a part of you and you will enjoy the benefits of repeating these habits.

It can also be helpful to hold yourself accountable by tracking your progress.

Now, Get ready and slam dunk your day! What does your morning routine look like? Comment below.