3 Ways to Get High Energy in the Morning

Weve all experienced it - we set our alarm for 7AM with the best of intentions, but when 
the time comes, we hit the snooze button repeatedly and start our day much slower 
than we hoped. 

Starting the day sluggishly sets a disappointing tone for the rest of the day. Its hard to 
feel motivated and upbeat when you start your day behind schedule. Everyone wants to 
wake up with energy, but most of us start our mornings on a slow note. 

Fortunately, it is possible to wake up early and have high energy to start your day. By 
making a few small changes to your morning routine, you can shake off sleep inertia 
quickly and tackle your day with enthusiasm. 

1.  Exercise as Soon as You Can

It sounds counterintuitive but exercising soon after you wake up is a great way to 
energize yourself for the rest of the day. Exercising when you wake up energizes your 
body and mind, and helps you shake off feelings of grogginess. 

Ideally, your morning exercise routine should take place outside (if possible). Sunlight 
and fresh morning air can play a role in waking up your mind and body, but indoor 
exercise can work just as well. 

Exercising puts your metabolism in gear, which helps maintain your energy levels 
throughout the day. Any type of exercise will help you wake up in the morning. Whether 
you prefer jogging, yoga, or lifting weights, exercising after a night of quality sleep will 
refresh your mind and energize your muscles. 

2.  Eat a Healthy Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Think of it like youre fueling up your 
car before going to work. Your body burns calories overnight, and you need to replace 
them with healthy calories in the morning to maintain high energy throughout the day. 

Dont see this as an excuse to pack on empty carbs when you wake up. If you fuel your 
body with sugar and other empty carbs in the morning, your body will burn through its 
energy supply quickly, and youll feel worse once it does. 

Eggs, oatmeal, yogurt, fruit, and turkey-based proteins are excellent choices for 
breakfast. By a large, nutritious breakfast in the morning, youll feel your energy levels 
rise quickly, and stay at a manageable level throughout the day. 

3.  Dont Hit That Snooze Button

Were all guilty of hitting snooze when our alarms go off before we feel ready to get out 
of bed. Even though hitting snooze means we only get to sleep for a few more minutes, 
it can have detrimental effects on our energy levels for the rest of the morning. 

Our brains release serotonin when we fall asleep, giving us a warm, comfortable feeling. 
When we wake up, our brains counteract this feeling by releasing dopamine, which 
wakes us up. By hitting the snooze button, our brains are filled with two hormones trying 
to counteract each other, making it difficult for us to feel awake and alert once we do get 
out of bed. 

It isnt fun but get up with your first alarm. Youll thank yourself when you notice 
increased energy levels throughout the morning.

