With summer soon coming to an end, shorter amounts of daylight and less-than-superb weather conditions will be coming into play. It’s not like athletes can skip getting up early for school and practice, so we’ve put together five top tips to make getting up that bit easier.
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Adjust your bedtime
All too often, people fight going to sleep because they want to get more done. Many of us are already sleep deprived, and stealing another hour of sleep will just set you up for failure. The only way to be successful is to go to bed earlier. Figure out how many hours of sleep your body needs and count backwards from there.
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Adjust other night-time activities
You’ll also have to adjust the time you eat dinner. If you say you’ll get up early, but then don’t fit everything into your day, you’re not being realistic. Try to eat no less than two to three hours before bed. This is optimal for being able to fall asleep, and to then sleep well.
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Prepare for your early morning activity
Sometimes what prevents us from getting up in the mornings isn’t tiredness, but the thought of the tasks we’ve got ahead. To make things that bit easier, prep the night before. Organise your equipment and have everything ready to go; taking the time to prepare will increase your chances of success.
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Turn off electronics
It’s best to pull the plug on all electronic devices at least 90 minutes before bed. They act as a source of energy and over-stimulate us, it’s like drinking Red Bull before bed – there’s no way you’ll fall asleep.
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Create a pre-bedtime routine
Whether this be checking the windows and locks, dimming the lights, or going for a leisurely walk; a pre-bedtime routine will give you the chance to unwind. It will help you fall asleep quickly and easily, and will help to boost your chances of getting up in the morning.
