Then I immediately walk to the bathroom and wash my face with cold water - afterward, I feel awake and ready to go.” “I could lie in bed for hours, so the biggest struggle for me is just putting my feet on the ground. The only thing that I haven’t mastered is remembering my keys, which sometimes makes my workouts a bit longer than originally planned.” Modulation of cognitive performance and mood by aromas of peppermint and ylang-ylang. Peppermint can create alertness, which is something I need running through Central Park in the early a.m. I also pop in a peppermint Altoid, which I’ve done ever since my collegiate track and field days. Perception of the color red enhances the force and velocity of motor output. The color’s known to increase excitement, energy levels, and circulation, and it really works to get me going. Bree Branker, trainer for the FitOn app 8. For me, music dictates the way and the intensity in which I move.” “The more I like my outfit, the more excited I am to put it on! Also, I always have an excellent playlist. Brian Gallagher, co-founder of Throwback Fitness 7. “I used to have an alarm clock that would purposely vibrate off my nightstand, then shake and roll all over the floor so I had to chase it to shut it off! For me, the hardest part is that initial physical act of getting my body out of bed. Sarah Pope, personal trainer at Crow Hill Crossfit 6. I even label my alarm to say ‘Get your damn Liquiteria.’” Once I hit that send button, I know I have get up early - not just so I can eat it, but to make sure nobody else eats it (which, yes, has almost happened). wake-up call, I’ll pre-order my favorite smoothie from my go-to smoothie shop to be delivered early the next morning. Jessi Kneeland, personal trainer and iPEC certified life coach 5. Then I turn on some tunes - on days I need extra help I’ll go for Dra k e or Nikki - and grab my first cup of coffee rather than the covers.” “Blinding light as soon as the alarm goes off always makes me realize I don’t want to go back to sleep. Sandee Shin, CrossFit Virtuosity athlete 4. I’m ready and out the door within 10 minutes.” On weekdays I’m in bed no later than 10:30 p.m., so my 6:30 a.m.
“Every evening I check to see what the morning workout will be and prepare my bag accordingly (not every day is a jump rope day). Holly Rilinger, Nike Master Trainer and creator of LIFTED 3. I’m out the door and ready to take on the day.” Then I meditate for 10 minutes, drink an almond milk cappuccino, play music (pretty loud - sorry, neighbors!), and throw on a super-bright Nike outfit.Ĭaffeine.
“The first one lets me know I have 15 more minutes to sleep, which makes me happy. Ryan Wilke, co-founder of Throwback Fitness 2. Those single-digit temperatures and that bitter breeze smack me so hard in the face, I don’t even need a cup of coffee!” “I ride a Citi Bike to the gym to teach - even in the winter.
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