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The Morning Routine That Actually Works

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The Morning Routine That Actually Works

Most people think a “fitness morning routine” needs to be aesthetic, perfect, or straight out of a YouTube vlog.

Not true.

A great morning routine needs one job:
👉 Put your mind and body in a state where you’re more likely to win the day.

Here’s the routine I recommend to clients — and why it works:

🔥 The 6-Minute Routine

(Yes… six minutes. Because consistency beats fantasy.)

1. 1 minute of deep breathing
Resets your nervous system → reduces cortisol.

2. 1 minute of light stretching
Chest, hips, upper back. Undo the stiffness from sleep.

3. 30 seconds of cold water on your face
Instant alertness + mental clarity.

4. Hydrate + electrolytes
Most people start their day dehydrated and wonder why they feel foggy.

5. 1 minute of intention setting:
Ask yourself:

  • What’s one thing I need to win today?

  • What’s one thing I need to avoid today?

6. 1 minute of movement
Jumping jacks, bodyweight squats, pushups — anything.
Wake the body → wake the mind.

⭐ The whole thing takes less time than checking TikTok.

Do this every morning and your discipline skyrockets.

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Tips & Tricks
Tip #1: Don’t Train Fasted if Your Performance Drops

Some people thrive fasted.
Most don’t.

If your strength feels off, try 20g of carbs pre-workout:

  • A banana

  • Rice cake + honey

  • Half a granola bar

Tiny snack → big difference in performance.

🔹 Tip #2: Stop Chasing Soreness

Soreness ≠ growth.

Progress comes from:

  • Better form

  • Higher strength

  • More control

  • Closer to failure

Not from trying to destroy yourself every session.

🔹 Tip #3: Increase Volume Before Switching Exercises

If an exercise “stops working,” don’t ditch it — progress it.

Try one of these:

  • +1 set

  • +2 reps

  • +5 lbs

  • +1 second tempo

Small changes → big results.

🔹 Tip #4: Your Last 2 Reps Matter Most

If your last reps look as fresh as your first reps…
You didn’t push hard enough.

🔹 Tip #5: Make Your Environment Work for You

Set up your space so success becomes the default:

  • Water bottle visible

  • Gym clothes prepped

  • Protein in plain sight

  • Junk food out of reach

Discipline is easier when your environment supports it.

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