BENEFITS OF WAKING UP EARLY

For most people, waking up early in the morning isn’t easy, especially when it’s still dark. Waking up early in the morning doesn’t just mean getting more out of your day, but it can also have a positive effect on your health and overall performance.

Here are ten reasons to rise early!

# Number 1 - Plan Your Day

Have you ever felt like you were constantly rushing to get things done all day long? Like you weren’t running your own life? It’s safe to say that we’ve all had those days… In fact, most people are reactive when it comes to managing their day. Rather than plan ahead, they tackle things as they come. When you start waking up earlier, you’ll find that you don’t have to rush anywhere, and you’ll have time to plan your day. Having the time to plan how you’re going to navigate your day allows you to prioritize your tasks and complete them in the most logical and efficient way.

# Number 2 - Improve Sleep Quality

Keeping your body on a sleep routine, will make it easier to go to sleep and wake up naturally at the same time every day. This is important for your body’s internal clock. When you go to bed late, and sleep in on the weekends, your body’s natural rhythm gets disrupted. If you wake up early, you are naturally sleepier in the evening. And being on a predictable routine, will help you sleep better each night and wake up feeling more rested.

# Number 3 - Improve Timeliness

People who wake up early are more likely to be punctual. Rushing around every morning can be tiring, while waking up early gives you more time to prepare and be timely. Whether it is showing up for work, an appointment, or a class, rising early allows you to be on time, which, in itself, has tremendous advantages.

# Number 4 - Better Concentration

Starting your day early improves your concentration. In addition to being able to focus on goals and tasks, getting up early means that by the time you get to work or school, you’ve had hours to properly acclimate yourself to the day. As a result, you’ll be more alert during peak hours.

# Number 5 - Enhance Productivity

When you wake up early and begin your day with focused, clear intentions, you are more likely to actually achieve those goals throughout the day. Think about those days when you wake up late, with your mind in a fog, and all day you feel like you’re just trying to catch up. If you begin your day with a set, purposeful plan, chances are you’ll end it that way, too.

                                                    

# Number 6 - More Proactive

Early risers are more likely to plan long-term goals for themselves, and actually make things happen. They are also better at self-starting rather than needing constant supervision. It's an asset, particularly at work, where proactive employees are more likely to get positive performance reviews. Waking up early in the morning allows you to be proactive. This means, having a greater degree of willingness and ability to take action to change a situation to your advantage.

# Number 7 - Better Health

People who wake up early tend to eat breakfast, while later risers are often rushing out the door and have to grab something on the go, or they just skip the meal altogether. The problem with skipping breakfast is that it leads to poor eating habits later in the day. Rising early isn’t just linked to your actual health, but to how you feel about yourself. It may actually make you feel that you are leading a healthier life!

# Number 8 - More Energy

Managing your energy levels is very important, and if you exercise in the morning, you’ll have way more energy throughout the rest of the day. When you work out in the morning, you’re also more likely to stick to a routine. You get it out of the way early, and then you don’t have to worry about it. This makes complete sense, when you think about how full your afternoons can get… Morning workouts are a great way to give your body an extra boost, but it’s not just about the boost, by working out each morning, you’ll actually sleep better at night.

# Number 9 - More Success

Most entrepreneurs are early risers. It seems to be a common trend among most successful people. Mornings give you time to work on a side hustle, or focus your time on big goals. You’ll have more time to find success in things that are important to you. If you want to achieve more, waking up early should be the first task on your list tomorrow morning!

# Number 10 - Increase Happiness

Waking up earlier can affect your level of happiness. Perhaps because of all the advantages associated with rising early, you are more likely to be happy. The feeling of being in control, getting things done, being clear-minded and healthier leads to high levels of happiness.