For many of us, morning is our least favourite time of day. We don’t want to get out of bed, and when we do, our minds and bodies often feel groggy. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a simple way to get in gear every morning? Well, you’re in luck, because here are seven tips to get your engine running.
Scrub up well
Turn your bathroom into a mini-spa. Turn off the phone and hang a do not disturb sign on the door. Start with a stimulating salt scrub to get your blood pumping. Sanctuary Spa products include a refreshing salt scrub that will leave you wide awake and also soft and silky. When you’re finished scrubbing, a quick blast in the shower, wrap yourself in fluffy towels and you’re ready to rock.
Face the music
Wake up by blasting some anthems. Singing and dancing along to your favourite floor-fillers is guaranteed to get your day off to a great start. You’ll also leave the house with a big smile on your face. If you have to keep the noise down so you don’t wake other household members, invest in some bluetooth headphones so you can at least listen while you get your face on.
Kiss and make up
Even if you’re not planning on going anywhere special, take a few minutes to apply some moisturiser and make up. Just taking a few minutes in front of the mirror can wake you up and give your self-esteem a boost. It will make sure that you look your very best – and what better way to start your day with a zing?
Zing Along
If you’re in a hurry and want an instant boost, then invest in some Energy-Zing Shower Drench, and let the invigorating ingredients go to work on your sleepy mind and body. Within minutes of hopping under the shower, you’ll feel wide-awake and ready for anything – even if it’s just a cup of coffee and a natter with friends.
Coffee morning
Sometimes, it’s necessary to get out the jump leads and only one thing is going to work – coffee and plenty of it. But be kind and supply your sleepy body with some protein at the same time by treating yourself to a milky latte or cappuccino. That way, the caffeine from the coffee will wake you up, but the milk will keep you running all morning.
Take some air
There’s nothing like a good dose of fresh air to wake yourself up. If early-morning jogging is a bridge too far, then at least consider walking a little way. Leave the car at home, or get off a stop earlier and give yourself a free twenty-minute workout. Even homeworkers can try to build in a brisk walk after breakfast by walking to the shop for milk or papers. Alternatively, try to tire your toddlers out with an early morning trip to the park.
Get an early night
It might be boring, but a great way to feel wide awake in the morning is by going to bed earlier and getting a solid eight hours of sleep each night. If you find it hard to drop off, then help yourself unwind first with a warm bath. Treat yourself to a little something from the Sanctuary Sleep Therapies spa products. This relaxing range will have you in the land of nod in no time and in the morning you’ll be raring to go!
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omg, thank you so much for posting this! I found a good recipe for an Iced Green Tea Latte! You should really check it out, it was easy. tasty!