Waking up and getting the blood flowing at the beginning of your day maybe a little slow for many of us.
There can be a key to the ignition if we think on it for a minute.
What do animals do when they first wake up? If you have a dog or cat you'll see them stretch when they first start moving around.
We can learn from that.
What's next, usually a drink of water? A moment or two of stretching feels great and starting the day hydrated makes a difference.
Before the caffeine have a cool glass of water.
We should get out of the habit of neglecting our water intake.
Our bodies are about 75% water, the blood and lungs, 90%.
Your brain is 85%.
We can't get too much water unless you intend to down a gallon all at once.
All of the other liquids we drink do not substitute for water.
Some may even contribute to dehydration.
Start thinking about water, whenever you have a chance, have a drink.
OK you've stretched and had a glass of water.
The tea or coffee pot is brewing.
When I was younger I didn't care for coffee so much and wanted bubbles with my caffeine.
I had a bottle of soda.
I've given up on the soda this.
Once in a while I'll have a cola or ginger ale.
There's way too much sugar for me.
It's shower time.
This might be a little scary for you, your resistance to try it maybe too much to overcome.
That nice warm shower in the morning feels great.
It's like getting a hug.
The warmth gets the blood flowing to your skin and muscles.
Now be brave.
Just before you get out, turn the cold all the way on! What an intense rush.
I think my neighbors hear me at times.
There could be a little cursing involved.
After the trauma it feels great.
Are you up to it? I have seen several entrepreneurs and motivational speakers suggest this strategy.
If you're anything like me, you would think they're crazy.
This certainly is a wake me up.
Have a bite to eat.
Like Mom always told us breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
It doesn't need be a plate of greasy fried food and that certainly takes a little time to make.
A bowl of your favorite fruit with some cheese you have in the refrigerator.
You may enjoy yogurt with fruit, I know I do.
Tapioca is a high energy food.
Almond Butter with some honey on whole wheat toast is delicious.
We all need some kind of protein and natural sugars.
Processed sugar in your coffee or tea doesn't count.
Really try to use honey as a sweetener.
Sugar negates all the omega-3s from your tea.
Here is something to ponder.
What is the main function going on in your body 24/7, flexing and contraction is the answer.
Your heart, lungs and diaphragm muscles are in constant motion.
It's the same with all your blood vessels.
The body never rests.
With all that activity, always, going on the inside then getting the hustle and bustle going on the outside should start with hydration and nutrition.
Be sure you feed the machine.
I will be listening for you howler from the shower!
There can be a key to the ignition if we think on it for a minute.
What do animals do when they first wake up? If you have a dog or cat you'll see them stretch when they first start moving around.
We can learn from that.
What's next, usually a drink of water? A moment or two of stretching feels great and starting the day hydrated makes a difference.
Before the caffeine have a cool glass of water.
We should get out of the habit of neglecting our water intake.
Our bodies are about 75% water, the blood and lungs, 90%.
Your brain is 85%.
We can't get too much water unless you intend to down a gallon all at once.
All of the other liquids we drink do not substitute for water.
Some may even contribute to dehydration.
Start thinking about water, whenever you have a chance, have a drink.
OK you've stretched and had a glass of water.
The tea or coffee pot is brewing.
When I was younger I didn't care for coffee so much and wanted bubbles with my caffeine.
I had a bottle of soda.
I've given up on the soda this.
Once in a while I'll have a cola or ginger ale.
There's way too much sugar for me.
It's shower time.
This might be a little scary for you, your resistance to try it maybe too much to overcome.
That nice warm shower in the morning feels great.
It's like getting a hug.
The warmth gets the blood flowing to your skin and muscles.
Now be brave.
Just before you get out, turn the cold all the way on! What an intense rush.
I think my neighbors hear me at times.
There could be a little cursing involved.
After the trauma it feels great.
Are you up to it? I have seen several entrepreneurs and motivational speakers suggest this strategy.
If you're anything like me, you would think they're crazy.
This certainly is a wake me up.
Have a bite to eat.
Like Mom always told us breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
It doesn't need be a plate of greasy fried food and that certainly takes a little time to make.
A bowl of your favorite fruit with some cheese you have in the refrigerator.
You may enjoy yogurt with fruit, I know I do.
Tapioca is a high energy food.
Almond Butter with some honey on whole wheat toast is delicious.
We all need some kind of protein and natural sugars.
Processed sugar in your coffee or tea doesn't count.
Really try to use honey as a sweetener.
Sugar negates all the omega-3s from your tea.
Here is something to ponder.
What is the main function going on in your body 24/7, flexing and contraction is the answer.
Your heart, lungs and diaphragm muscles are in constant motion.
It's the same with all your blood vessels.
The body never rests.
With all that activity, always, going on the inside then getting the hustle and bustle going on the outside should start with hydration and nutrition.
Be sure you feed the machine.
I will be listening for you howler from the shower!