Feeling more energetic in the morning is something that most people wish they could do. There’s nothing more annoying than flopping out of bed, only to discover you have no energy to do the things you want to do during the day.
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The good news is that most of the causes of low morning energy are reversible. Yes, it can take a bit of effort. But it is often worth it if it means feeling more spritely.
So, what are your options?
Make Sure You Go To Bed On Time
Prioritizing sleep quality is perhaps the most valuable thing you can do to reduce morning tiredness. Yes, it’s obvious. But it is also highly effective.
Keep your bedroom cool and dark since these conditions favor deeper and restorative sleep. You will wake up refreshed every day and ready to start your daily work once you get quality rest consistently. Also, create a relaxing routine in the evening. Don’t do anything too stressful.
Get Into A Morning Routine
You can also try structuring the first few hours after you wake. A consistent morning routine can ease your body into making a transition from sleep to wakefulness with ease. For example, you could follow up immediately after with a glass of water for hydrating the body from a night's rest, along with a little stretching or a quick walk to get the blood going.
Consider indulging in mindfulness activities that help center your mind with deep breathing, meditation, and even journaling. The benefits of a predictable routine can be added on top, such as minimising stress and freeing up more energy for later in the morning.
Many people find that the mornings are a great time to practice heat exposure therapy. For example, you could go for a steam shower or sit in a sauna for 20 minutes to see if that energizes you. You could also go for a cold plunge, but if you’re an older adult, you’ll want to start this gently and under supervision.
Take Supplements
Many people get going in the morning with a shot of coffee in their system. But you don’t have to get energy from caffeine. There are alternatives. For instance, you could use Delta 8 THC products to activate specific pathways in your body associated with energy and feelings of vitality. You could also add supplements shown to improve cellular energy function, like NMN.
Maximize Natural Light Exposure
It’s also a good idea to maximize natural light exposure early in the morning. This practice can help you convince your brain that it’s time to wake up.
If you don’t have access to natural light for whatever reason, you can actually get similar effects from red light lamps. These deliver high power to the skin tissue, encouraging the mitochondria to churn out more energy if you feel sluggish.
Yes, many of these techniques and panels are costly. But many people find it worth it. You can, of course, just buy the bulbs yourself and rig them up.
