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Sarah Lumley

Brits swear by their morning routines to start their day on right the right foot

Brushing their teeth, having a shower, and sitting down for that first cup of tea or coffee, are the top rituals that Brits can't live without as part of their morning routine, a study has found.

Almost half of Brits (43%) said sticking to a routine in the morning helps them feel as if the rest of their day will go well, and almost two in five (38%) claim it helps them to focus.

Some of the other daily rituals that help Brits to start their day include making the bed, reading the news, exercising, and writing a to-do list for the day, according to the 2,000 adults polled.

And one in five (22%) even wake up by 6am just so they can get through all their rituals for the morning before starting work – which take an average of 53 minutes in total.

One in three (32%) say they hate oversleeping – as, if they don’t get around to all their morning rituals, respondents can end up feeling rushed (31%), frustrated (26%), and annoyed (23%).

And a third (34%) of those polled, by Holiday Inn Express, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, feel out of sync if they don’t get through their usual rituals.

Two in 10 Brits begin their day no later than 6am - just so they can fit in their morning routine (PinPep)

Mary Earps, England and Manchester United goalkeeper, who is working with the hotel chain, said: “Coming through the ranks in women’s football, routines have been crucial to how I prepare for training and matches.

“To set me up for the day I get up, get dressed, and have a coffee, before I head to the training ground.

“When I get there, I’ll have my breakfast, which enables me to be energised for training and kick start my day brightly.

“We’re creatures of habit, and those little things we do each morning set ourselves up for success.”

It also emerged one in three (34%) believe they can accomplish more in the day if their morning routine is done right.

And more than half (53%) also try and stick to their morning routine even if they’re away from home, like staying in a hotel or at a friend’s house.

Half of those who took part in the survey, via OnePoll, said breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and 56% believe it helps them start the day the right way.

However, 33% are guilty of enjoying a lie-in and a cheeky fry-up on a weekend.

More than a third of Brits have seen a drastic change in their morning routines over the last 3 years (PinPep)

It also emerged 36% believe their morning routine has changed over the last two years.

More than a third (36%) have introduced more self-care into their morning routine, and 35% try to prioritise “me time” in the mornings.

Mindful activities, like indulging in a skin care routine (20%), sitting down to meditate (14%), and saying positive affirmations in the mirror (12%), also made the list.

Stephanie Atiase, from Holiday Inn Express, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “How you start your morning can dictate how the rest of your day follows.

“Many now embrace a morning routine to maintain balance, setting themselves up for the day – whether it’s sightseeing, visiting family, or following their favourite sports team.

“However, when you are on holiday or away for work, maintaining routines can be a challenge.

“That’s why we offer our guests the essentials to help them stay on track for a productive day.

“From comfy beds to ensure a good night’s sleep, to a fresh cooked breakfast in the morning, our guests have everything they need to help them start the day the right way.”

THE DAILY RITUALS THAT FORM BRITS’ MORNING ROUTINES:

  1. Brushing their teeth
  2. Sitting down for a coffee/tea
  3. Having a shower
  4. Making the bed
  5. Drinking water
  6. Reading the news
  7. Choosing what to wear
  8. Taking vitamins
  9. Exercising
  10. Clearing away washing up
  11. Listening to the radio
  12. Skin care
  13. Cooking breakfast
  14. Hair care
  15. Opening the windows for fresh air
  16. Putting on makeup
  17. Wake up without snoozing the alarm
  18. Scrolling social media
  19. Meditating
  20. Stretching
  21. Getting the kids ready for school
  22. Taking the rubbish out
  23. Putting a clothes wash on
  24. Walking the dog
  25. Making their lunch for work
  26. Writing their to-do list for the day
  27. Saying positive affirmations to themselves in the mirror
  28. Arranging their work desk
  29. Writing down their goals
  30. Going for a run

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