Waking up in the morning is a struggle that we all face, especially on a Monday.
Sleep inertia is the feeling of grogginess and drowsiness and it is the result of a compound called adenosine lingering in your brain. It usually takes 60 to 90 minutes for the adenosine to disappear, which can make you feel sleepy for some time in the morning.
Experts from meal kit review site Meal Delivery Experts have revealed the best ways to improve your morning routine and increase your energy. Here are seven top tips to help making getting out of bed easier.
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Doing yoga stretches
Completing some simple stretches and yoga moves after you wake up will not only get your heart rate up and stretch your muscles, but it will also help reduce anxiety and increase your focus throughout the day — perfect for overcoming the morning grogginess.
Playing some music
The benefits of music have been studied for years, and it’s commonly agreed that listening to your favourite music positively affects your mental health. Playing stress-relieving songs first thing in the morning can prepare your mind for a good day and wake you up so you feel refreshed.
Drink some warm lemonade
Drinking a glass of warm lemonade in the morning might seem a little strange, but the Vitamin C found in lemons helps regulate the exchange of water in your body and supports a healthy metabolism. Vitamin C also aids the conversion of fat into energy, so drinking warm lemonade can help fight the fatigue you feel in the morning.
To make your lemonade, add the juice of one or two lemons to a glass of warm water. If you want to add a bit more flavour, you can also add some mint or fresh ginger.
Do some light exercise and jogging
Not only will exercising release endorphins which boost your feeling of wellbeing, but you can have a nice refreshing shower afterwards which will help wake you up in the morning. Additionally, if you jog before breakfast you will burn fat as your body will use up the stored fat instead of what you’ve eaten that morning.
Eat an energy-boosting breakfast
Whether you don’t have enough time in the morning or you’re feeling too tired to eat, try to have an energy-boosting meal first thing in the morning. Keep it light and try to include plenty of variety and think about the nutrients you’re going to take in, try not to rush with just a pastry which will be heavy on carbohydrates and won’t help your energy levels through the day.
Spend time with your family
Spending time with your loved ones in the morning does wonders for both you and your family. Getting everyone ready with breakfast and having a catch-up about your day will help prepare you for what you have planned and boost your energy before you leave your home.
Take an energising snack with you for your day
It’s very easy to get swept up in your plans for the day and forget to eat, so making sure you’re prepared will help avoid this. The last thing you need is a mid-morning slump because you don’t have enough sustenance to get you to lunchtime.
Foods like bananas and breakfast bars are excellent choices as they are quick and easy to grab and release energy slowly, stopping your blood sugar levels from dropping dramatically during your day.
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