5 Miracle Morning Routines for the Busybody

5 miracle morning routines

So, you’re a busybody with a million things to do in the morning, and you just don’t have enough time for a morning routine! But what if I told you that your morning routine can be as short as 30 minutes? 

You heard that right. 

Contrary to belief, your morning routine does not need to be hours long, especially if you’re a busy professional, working mom, or need to catch the bus on time. All you need is a few simple steps to get the morning started and set you up for a successful day. 

Here are 5 steps to creating a miracle morning routine for those who are super busy, always on the go, and simply don’t have the time. 

1. Your morning starts with the night before

You’ve probably heard this a million times. A great morning starts with a good night’s rest. If you sleep late, scroll through your phone at night, and don’t practice good sleep hygiene, this will certainly make you tired in the morning. Here are a few tips for creating good sleep hygiene that guarantees quality rest and a refreshing rise. 

  • Schedule your bedtime so that you can get at least 7 hours of sleep, which is what the average adult needs on a regular schedule in order to feel well-rested in the morning. 
  • Drinking a small amount of water before bed also keeps your body hydrated while helping with blood circulation. 
  • Put your phone in a different location in the bedroom so that you are less likely to check your phone or scroll through it while in bed, especially if you find yourself unable to fall asleep quickly. 
  • Make sure your room is cooler than normal as a colder environment lowers your body temperature so that you can ease into sleep quicker (and stay sleeping). 

Learn more about how you can start incorporating healthy sleep hygiene habits.

2. Water when you wake up

The first thing you should do when you wake up is drink a glass of water. Your body is naturally dehydrated when you wake up because you can’t drink water while you sleep. So this first glass of water will not only feel refreshing but also set you up for a day full of energy. 

Drinking water first thing in the morning replenishes your body, increases your energy level, boosts your metabolism, and promotes digestion throughout the day, not to mention the cognitive benefits of improved concentration, attention, and short-term memory. 

Here’s a tip: Always keep your water bottle or glass full of water on your nightstand before you go to bed at night so that it’s there when you wake up. 

3. 5-minute meditation

Mornings are the best time to meditate, and you don’t even have to meditate for that long. 

If you’re a busybody, then meditating first thing in the morning is especially crucial as it will set you up for a calm and focused day ahead. 

And if you’re like me, then you’re waking up with a giant mental to-do list. 

Meditating in the morning prepares you to deal with the stressors of the day. Keeping a consistent meditation routine can alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression while improving your overall mental health. 

Studies have shown that doing a quick meditation in the morning can really set the tone for the rest of the day by improving focus, concentration, calmness, and productivity. 

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If want to meditate but don’t know how to start, here are some simple, beginner-guided meditations that I absolutely love:

4. 15-minute workout routine

I get it. Not everyone has the time to squeeze in a 30-minute or 1-hour workout, especially in the morning. Some people also prefer to work out later in the day or evening. That’s totally fine, as long as you are getting some sort of physical activity every day. 

However, working out in the morning has proven to provide many health benefits including:

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Studies have shown that a 15-minute workout, especially for older adults, can lead to a longer life. 

If you don’t know where or how to start, then you’re in luck. 

Here are my favorite 15-minute workout videos that I like to watch so that I don’t have to think about what exercises to do. You can find them on YouTube!

5. Eat breakfast

We keep hearing that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But why is that? 

Aside from improving cognitive function, providing energy to start your day strong, and jumpstarting your metabolism, eating a healthy breakfast has a wide range of health benefits like reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and high blood pressure

Yes, eating breakfast is important. But you might be wondering, “What constitutes a healthy breakfast?” 

No, not McDonald’s breakfast. 

No donuts, waffles, and pancakes either. 

Your body is most “insulin-sensitive” in the morning, meaning it uses blood sugar more effectively, so you don’t want to eat a sugary meal because it will cause your blood sugar to rise quickly. 

A healthy breakfast should consist of dairy, grains, fruits, and vegetables. 

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Here is my go-to breakfast every morning. I like to switch it up, but there’s always a combination of these items: 

  • Eggs 
  • Whole grain toast 
  • Avocados 
  • Bell peppers 
  • Cherry tomatoes 
  • Mushrooms
  • Blueberries 
  • Blackberries 
  • Bananas 
  • And sometimes breakfast potatoes on the weekends 😉

Final Thoughts

There you have it — 5 morning routines that can actually fit into a 30-minute window to kickstart your day. By incorporating these simple steps, you are building a foundation for the rest of your day. And for all the busybodies, the morning is the only time we have for ourselves. 

Optimizing your time in the morning will allow you to have more energy throughout the day, remain focused and alert, and sustain productivity so that you can check off all those items on your to-do list. 

If you’re just starting out, you don’t have to try to do everything on this list all at once. Try incorporating just one routine at a time and slowly build on top of that. 

Most importantly, listen to your body. This morning routine should make you feel good, but some things might not work for everyone, so it’s up to you to decide what works best for you so that you can be the best version of you, every morning. 

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