HEALTH

How to become a morning person: experts' advice

Waking up every morning with energy and drive is known to be no easy thing. However, there are methods that can help you become a morning person and start your day the right way.

In this photo gallery, we will reveal some expert-recommended tips on how to become a morning person. You'll discover strategies to improve your sleep, wake up with a good dose of energy and be ready to face the day in the right spirit.

From making changes in your nighttime routine to planning your wake-up routine, these tips will help you transform your mornings from stressful times into restful, peaceful ones. (Source: sleepfoundation)

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Light is crucial
According to some research, early morning exposure to natural light (sunlight) has a beneficial effect on the circadian rhythm and thus on the internal biological clock. This happens because light has a strong alerting effect and is considered one of the best ways to become more early risers. (Source: sleepfoundation)
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Anticipating meals
Anticipating meals is a method recommended by experts for becoming a morning person. This habit helps the body adapt to a new routine; by anticipating meals, sleep at night will also be anticipated and consequently more energy will be available the next morning. (source: sleepfoundation)
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Regular training
Adopting a regular exercise routine helps improve sleep quality and consequently makes you more active in the morning. (Source: sleepfoundation)
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Adopt a routine that makes you happy
One strategy recommended by experts for becoming a morning person is to fill your morning routine with activities that make you happy and energetic. This way one is more motivated to get out of bed. (Source: sleepfoundation)
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Avoid caffeine
According to experts, you should avoid drinking caffeine in the six hours before bedtime. In fact, caffeine can disrupt sleep, making it more difficult to fall asleep. Taking too much caffeine is likely to make you lose hours of sleep, which will affect the time you wake up and the energy available in the morning. (Source: sleepfoundation)
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Consistent sleep schedule
According to experts, having a consistent sleep schedule makes it easier to sleep at least seven hours. Sleeping less can disrupt the circadian rhythm, so it is best to set regular sleep and wake times and follow them daily. (Source: sleepfoundation)
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Anticipating night sleep (and the alarm clock)
Gradually anticipating the time at which you go to sleep is a strategy that can be adopted to increase the hours of sleep and consequently to wake up more relaxed and energetic. Similarly, you can gradually advance the time at which you set your morning alarm clock. (Source: sleepfoundation)
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