Make every day a fresh start with these 5 healthy summer routines.

Whatever challenges we faced yesterday, the morning always gives us the chance to start again.

It’s the perfect opportunity to set the tone for a healthy and productive day.

The routine you start your morning with can set you off on the right foot, acting as a springboard to carry you forward with positive momentum to feel and perform your best in whatever the day has in store for you.

If you’re looking to build a healthy summer routine that works best for you, the list below has five ideas that will leave you feeling focused, energized, and ready to seize the day.

Start Your Day in a Dynamic Way

Not a day goes by where every single one of us doesn’t let out a big yawn and have a nice stretch first thing in the morning—often without even thinking about it.

It’s automatic.

The natural urge to reach our hands up to the sky and extend our legs as far as they go is our body’s way of gently waking us up.

But if you keep the organic stretch session going with yoga poses, dynamic stretches, and deep breathing, you can fend off that early-morning grogginess.

These gentle physical movements will help get your blood flowing and loosen up your muscles, gradually awakening your body so you can start your day off on a positive note.

So, when you wake up tomorrow morning, try a sun salutation or two, throw in some gentle arm circles and trunk twists, and see how you feel!

Cultivate Inner Peace With a Morning Meditation Session

In today’s world, there’s always something trying to grab our attention. From phone calls and texts to ads and other media, we’re exposed to an endless flood of information every day, to the point where sitting in silence can feel uncomfortable.

But if we don’t give ourselves a break from the constant stimuli, it can become a big source of stress that negatively impacts our mood and mental health.

That’s why a morning meditation session is the perfect addition to any healthy summer routine.

Before all the day's responsibilities fall on your shoulders, taking time to close your eyes, breathe, and just be will create space between you and your worries and cultivate mindfulness.

With regular practice, meditation can help you maintain presence, strengthen your resistance to stress, and improve your mental health. Not to mention, it’s free and easy to do!

Get Moving (You Don’t Have to Break a Sweat!)

Any physical activity that gets your body moving is a great way to clear that pesky morning brain fog. It could be as simple as taking a stroll around the house or backyard, taking your dog for a walk, or—like the first summer morning routine we discussed—some light stretching.

There’s no need to physically exhaust yourself.

Light movements are all you need to increase circulation throughout your body and send a signal to your brain that it’s time to start your day.

Use the Science-Backed RISE-UP Method

In recent years, researchers developed a strategy to combat sleep inertia, which refers to the poor performance or disorientation that many people experience in the mornings, sometimes for several hours.

This strategy is called RISE-UP, and it’s an acronym that includes a couple of the healthy summer routines we’ve already discussed, along with a few other options you can easily add to your repertoire:

• Resist the urge to hit snooze - It’s tough, especially if you tend to do it while still half-asleep, but hitting snooze can interrupt your REM sleep, leading to grogginess and even increased blood pressure and heart rate.
• Increase your activity for the first hour - As we learned above, better circulation can increase your alertness in the mornings, helping you get started with your day sooner.
• Shower - Hopping in the shower first thing in the morning is a great way to awaken your senses and get your body moving. If you like to shower at night, a splash of cold water on your face will work just fine!
• Let the light in - Sunlight in the morning works wonders for your circadian rhythm, which can help you maintain a healthy sleep cycle and steady energy throughout the day. Try combining this healthy summer routine with “Get Moving” and watch the sleep inertia melt away!
• Upbeat music - Your favorite tunes are the perfect way to snap into a healthy and productive mindset first thing in the morning. And, of course, a little dancing never hurt anybody!
• Phone a friend - Have a friend who also struggles in the AM? Give them a call to provide each other with some encouragement and motivation in the mornings. It could be anyone, really—over the phone or in person. The simple act of chatting with someone can boost your alertness upon waking, easing your transition from half-asleep to a fully functional human.

Reduce Stress & Boost Performance With a BEMER Therapy Session

BEMER therapy is like placing your body on a wireless phone charger.

In just a few short minutes, it can boost local blood flow, oxygen delivery, and carbon dioxide removal in healthy muscles.

To do this, BEMER safely and non-invasively sends a low-intensity pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) through the body, stimulating the muscles for optimized circulation…

And the results of daily use are mind-blowing.

In two eight-minute sessions a day, BEMER has been shown to:

• Reduce stress
• Improve rest and recovery
• Optimize physical performance
• Enhance muscle conditioning
• Promote a better overall feeling of wellbeing

It doesn’t just prime your body for peak performance. It also eases the burden of stress and leaves you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day.

It may not help you avoid hitting snooze, but one thing’s for sure…

Adding BEMER therapy to your healthy summer routine is a surefire way to set yourself up for success first thing in the morning.

Creating Your Healthy Summer Routine

What works for someone else may not work for you.

That’s why it’s important to experiment, try new things, and build a healthy summer routine best suited to you and your lifestyle. We hope this list of ideas gets your creative juices flowing so you can master your mornings!

If you’d like to learn more about how BEMER therapy can help you combat the stresses of life and feel and perform your best, click here to get in touch with one of our independent distributors.

They can answer any questions you have, and if you want to experience BEMER for yourself, you can set up a live demonstration!

BEMER does not provide any medical advice or services. This device is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. It should not be used for any purpose other than as described in the user manual. Please consult your own healthcare provider if you have any medical issues.