3 things before 11 a.m.

Have you noticed that by lunchtime, your energy plummets (even if you got a full 8 hours of sleep)?  Ugh.

I dare you to start tracking and paying closer attention to what you're doing in the first few hours of the day.

My assumption? Those hours are deciding everything that follows!

Try my simple “Before 11 a.m. Rule.".

Give your body three things before 11 a.m. that support your energy for the next 12 hours.

JUST THREE.

Here are the three things that can move the needle the most for you.

Thing 1: Eat a protein-forward breakfast

Most people start the day with carbs and caffeine, a combo that gives you a quick boost followed by a crash.  A protein-first meal helps stabilize your energy and appetite, keeping you going all day!

Some simple options:

•  Chicken sausages with berries

•  Eggs with veggies

•  A smoothie made with protein powder and greens

•  Leftovers from last night’s dinner

Thing 2: Get natural light within an hour of waking up

(or as soon as the sun’s up, if you’re an early riser like me!)

Just go outside for a couple of minutes or stand by a window with real daylight.  Natural light helps regulate your internal clock, wake up your brain, and improve your sleep later.  It is one of the easiest ways to boost your mood and your energy.

Thing 3: Move your body

Being intentionally active (a walk, some stretching, even doing chores or errands) during the morning makes so much difference.

It doesn’t have to be fancy:

• A 10-minute walk

• A few squats, lunges, and pushups

• A simple stretch routine

• Jumping jacks while you microwave breakfast

These actions work together to keep your body clock tuned and your blood sugar steady, all of which can bolster your energy.

Choose one of these three habits and make it your “before 11 a.m.” priority for the next several days.

I bet you'll notice a difference almost immediately when you do these things!