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05-21-2018, 06:31 AM
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In those first years out of college, I struggled with the transition into "real adulthood." Adulting is hard! But as I started to make health and self-care more of a priority, I realized that I was lacking a solid morning routine. Fast-forward to today, and the routine I've established has helped set the tone for a healthy day every day. Aside from the universal tip of "eat breakfast (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Breakfast-Weight-Loss-19491427)," here are the top five things that have helped me rise and shine; try these for a morning of wellness!
Related:
What I Do Every Night to Sleep Better (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Bedtime-Routine-Help-Sleep-40286877)
Oil Pull
Before you start saying "oil pulling is so 2014," hear me out. I grind my teeth at night, and I know I'm not alone in this (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/5-Things-Sleep-Teeth-Grinding-1622147). In addition to the possible oral health benefits (https://www.popsugar.com/beauty/What-Oil-Pulling-34296100), oil pulling exercises a stiff jaw to alleviate pain, forces you to get up 20 minutes earlier, and acts as a chemical-free mouthwash.
Stretch
While I oil pull, I stretch. I take this time to relax, meditate a bit, and warm up my body for the day. If I have time or get up early enough, I go to yoga or do a few Sun Salutations in my room. I know I'll be in a desk chair all day (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Easy-Ways-Stay-Healthy-Work-40157014), so I try to carve out some time to always get a good stretch session in.
Drink Lemon Water
A room-temperature glass of lemon water has tons of health benefits (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Hot-Water-Lemon-Benefits-37183745): alongside improved hydration, you'll get a vitamin C boost for glowing skin, a metabolism boost, and a mood boost (https://nccih.nih.gov/research/results/spotlight/040108.htm).
Related:
10 Healthy Reasons to Start Squeezing Lemons (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Lemon-Juice-Good-You-14860617)
Care For Your Skin
I don't have an extreme 11-step Korean skin care routine, but I do have a pretty solid lineup for my skin. I cleanse my skin with Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel and my Clarisonic, then tone, apply serum, and moisturize. Twice a week, I use a peel, and three times a week, I use a retexturizing scrub. And you know what? I never knew my skin could be this good! The byproduct of this is that I now look forward to waking up (don't judge me) to go through my skin care routine.
Take Vitamins
I take B12 for energy, omega-3 for mood and muscle health, and vitamin E for hair, skin, and nails. If I'm drinking my vitamins in a shake, I use Vega One powder mixed with some coconut milk. At the risk of sounding like your mom, take your vitamins!
أكثر... (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Healthy-Morning-Routine-Tips-40157085)
In those first years out of college, I struggled with the transition into "real adulthood." Adulting is hard! But as I started to make health and self-care more of a priority, I realized that I was lacking a solid morning routine. Fast-forward to today, and the routine I've established has helped set the tone for a healthy day every day. Aside from the universal tip of "eat breakfast (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Breakfast-Weight-Loss-19491427)," here are the top five things that have helped me rise and shine; try these for a morning of wellness!
Related:
What I Do Every Night to Sleep Better (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Bedtime-Routine-Help-Sleep-40286877)
Oil Pull
Before you start saying "oil pulling is so 2014," hear me out. I grind my teeth at night, and I know I'm not alone in this (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/5-Things-Sleep-Teeth-Grinding-1622147). In addition to the possible oral health benefits (https://www.popsugar.com/beauty/What-Oil-Pulling-34296100), oil pulling exercises a stiff jaw to alleviate pain, forces you to get up 20 minutes earlier, and acts as a chemical-free mouthwash.
Stretch
While I oil pull, I stretch. I take this time to relax, meditate a bit, and warm up my body for the day. If I have time or get up early enough, I go to yoga or do a few Sun Salutations in my room. I know I'll be in a desk chair all day (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Easy-Ways-Stay-Healthy-Work-40157014), so I try to carve out some time to always get a good stretch session in.
Drink Lemon Water
A room-temperature glass of lemon water has tons of health benefits (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Hot-Water-Lemon-Benefits-37183745): alongside improved hydration, you'll get a vitamin C boost for glowing skin, a metabolism boost, and a mood boost (https://nccih.nih.gov/research/results/spotlight/040108.htm).
Related:
10 Healthy Reasons to Start Squeezing Lemons (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Lemon-Juice-Good-You-14860617)
Care For Your Skin
I don't have an extreme 11-step Korean skin care routine, but I do have a pretty solid lineup for my skin. I cleanse my skin with Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel and my Clarisonic, then tone, apply serum, and moisturize. Twice a week, I use a peel, and three times a week, I use a retexturizing scrub. And you know what? I never knew my skin could be this good! The byproduct of this is that I now look forward to waking up (don't judge me) to go through my skin care routine.
Take Vitamins
I take B12 for energy, omega-3 for mood and muscle health, and vitamin E for hair, skin, and nails. If I'm drinking my vitamins in a shake, I use Vega One powder mixed with some coconut milk. At the risk of sounding like your mom, take your vitamins!
أكثر... (https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Healthy-Morning-Routine-Tips-40157085)