Do These 3 Things as Soon as You Wake Up for Peak Energy All Day

Be honest. How often do you start your morning pounding the snooze button or scrolling your phone under the covers? I’m going to be real with you: You’re sabotaging your entire day when you start your morning that way. This week, I’m breaking down the science behind why starting your morning off on the right foot doesn’t just give you a natural energy boost. It also dictates your mood, performance, and energy levels from morning to night. And not only that—you sleep better when you start your day off right, too!  Here’s the good news: There are three super easy steps you can take to kick off a great morning—including one I was very skeptical about, but is now something I’ll never give up. And the best part is, these daily habits are free and accessible to all. Plus, towards the end of the show, I’m revealing my personal morning routine (hint: it involves some shivering).  Tune in today so you can start doing these three things tomorrow!  Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/peakenergy Andrew Huberman recommends 2-10 minutes of morning sunlight exposure to improve mood, energy, and focus. Learn more at: Andrew Huberman’s Light & Sun Exposure Guide https://medium.com/@podclips/andrew-hubermans-light-sun-exposure-guide-dd62a43314df Read the study on how sun exposure can improve sleep and mood: https://www.sleephealthjournal.org/article/S2352-7218(17)30041-4/fulltext Use light-therapy lamps with 10,000 LUX output to mimic natural sunlight. To try, visit: https://amzn.to/3BYHgt3 I just learned about using a Philips sunrise alarm clock to wake peacefully to natural light and the sounds of chirping birds. Get yours at: https://amzn.to/43vDIKv Make sure you have a full-spectrum light bulb with sun-mimicking technology to boost energy and mood. To try, visit: https://amzn.to/3ON692N  At night, switch your bulbs over to red to remind your brain it’s time to wind down. To try, visit: https://amzn.to/3MZAwSf Use blue-blocker glasses to minimize blue-light exposure before bed. Use my code JJ10 to get 10% off stylish TrueDark Premium blue-light glasses: https://truedark.com/?ref=ntrhmgv2   Dr. Joe Dispenza's meditation retreats helped me improve my life. Try one of his guided morning meditations here: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a  Or if you like relaxing music, I love the meditations he does with Barry Goldstein’s music. Find one here: https://drjoedispenza.com/products/ambiology-1-the-heart-by-barry-goldstein-music-compilation-download?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a Try different methods of meditation to see what works for you. A favorite of mine is The Tapping Solution by Nick Ortner. Try it here: https://thetappingsolutionapp.com/jj  Read the study on how meditation can change the structure of your brain associated with memory, learning, emotional regulation, and perspective taking: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3004979/: Finding your personal mantra with Ziva Meditation might be another way you release stress and learn to love meditation. Try it now: https://cd371.isrefer.com/go/3secrets/JJ110/ Read the study on why working out in the morning is better for fat loss: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2218510120  Starting my day with a cold plunge refreshes my mind and body. Use my code JJVIP1000 for $1,000 off of yours: https://www.koorucoldplunges.com

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Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin is the podcast for women who want to age powerfully and enjoy the best chapter of their lives. It’s YOUR turn now to focus on nutrition, wellness, fitness, mindfulness, and beauty. Refuel your body. Reignite your wellness. Renew your passion. Fall (back) in love with your life, and discover what it means to age powerfully. Every information-packed episode combines cutting-edge science, pearls of wisdom from JJ’s four decades as a health and wellness leader and the world’s leading experts on weight loss, metabolism, menopause, life transitions and much more. We dive deep into topics like cultivating mindfulness, building strong relationships and setting boundaries, and choosing health…in a nutshell, how we can AGE POWERFULLY into this second half of our lives. At Well Beyond 40, we empower women in their 40s, 50s, 60, 70s (and beyond!) to defy stereotypes and say, “It's my time now. It's my turn now. It’s my opportunity to step into my best life!” For four decades, JJ Virgin has helped people lose weight and stop weight regain by eliminating hidden food intolerances and lowering their sugar impact. As a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ helps you stay fired up and focused on being your healthiest rockstar self. In addition to hosting Well Beyond 40, JJ is a prominent TV and media personality. She was co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters and the on-camera nutritionist for Weight Loss Challenges on Dr. Phil. Over the years, JJ has made numerous appearances on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and the TODAY Show. She also speaks regularly and has shared the stage with notables including Seth Godin, Lisa Nichols, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mark Hyman, Dan Buettner, and Mary Morrissey. JJ is the author of 4 New York Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, The Sugar Impact Diet, and The Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. JJ is also the author of Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience. She regularly writes for major blogs and other publications including mindbodygreen and Medium. Visit jjvirgin.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus state-of-the-art programs, products, and plenty of support to help you rev up your metabolism, reignite your wellness, and step powerfully into the second half of your life.