Rise and shine! Morning time just became your new best friend. Love it or hate it, utilizing the morning hours before work may be the key to a successful and healthy lifestyle. That’s right, early rising is a common trait found in many CEOs, government officials, and other influential people. Margaret Thatcher was up every day at 5 a.m.; Frank Lloyd Wright at 4 am and Robert Iger, the CEO of Disney wakes at 4:30am just to name a few. I know what you’re thinking – you do your best work at night. Not so fast. According to Inc. Magazine, morning people have been found to be more proactive and more productive. In addition, the health benefits for those with a life before work go on and on. Let’s explore 5 of the things successful people do before 8 am.

1. EXERCISE- I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again. Most people that work out daily, work out in the morning. Whether it’s a morning yoga session or a trip to the gym, exercising before work gives you a boost of energy for the day and that deserved sense of accomplishment. Anyone can tackle a pile of paperwork after 200 ab reps! Morning workouts also eliminate the possibility of flaking out on your cardio after a long day at work. Even if you aren’t bright eyed and bushy tailed at the thought of a 5 am jog, try waking up 15 minutes early for a quick bedside set of pushups or stretching. It’ll help wake up your body, and prep you for your day.

2. MAP OUT YOUR DAY- Maximize your potential by mapping out your schedule for the day, as well as your goals and to dos. The morning is a good time for this as it is often one of the only quiet times a person gets throughout the day. The early hours foster easier reflection that helps when prioritizing your activities. They also allow for uninterrupted problem solving when trying to fit everything into your timetable. While scheduling, don’t forget about your mental health. Plan a 10 minute break after that stressful meeting for a quick walk around the block or a moment of meditation at your desk. Trying to eat healthy? Schedule a small window in the evening to pack a few nutritious snacks to bring to work the next day.

3. EAT A HEALTHY BREAKFAST- We all know that rush out the door with a cup of coffee and an empty stomach feeling. You sit down at your desk, and you’re already wondering how early that taco truck sets up camp outside your office. No good. Take that extra time in the morning to fuel your body for the tasks ahead of it. It will help keep you mind on what’s at hand and not your growling stomach. Not only is breakfast good for your physical health, it is also a good time to connect socially. Even five minutes of talking with your kids or spouse while eating a quick bowl of oatmeal can boost your spirits before heading out the door.

4. VISUALIZATION-These days we talk about our physical health ad nauseam, but sometimes our mental health gets overlooked. The morning is the perfect time to spend some quiet time inside your mind meditating or visualizing. Take a moment to visualize your day ahead of you, focusing on the successes you will have. Even just a minute of visualization and positive thinking can help improve your mood and outlook on your work load for the day.

5. MAKE YOUR DAY TOP HEAVY- We all have that one item on our to do list that we dread. It looms over you all day (or week) until you finally suck it up and do it after much procrastination. Here’s an easy tip to save yourself the stress – do that least desirable task on your list first. Instead of anticipating the unpleasantness of it from first coffee through your lunch break, get it out of the way. The morning is the time when you are (generally) more well rested and your energy level is up. Therefore, you are more well equipped to handle more difficult projects. And look at it this way, your day will get progressively easier, not the other way around. By the time your work day is ending, you’re winding down with easier to dos and heading into your free time more relaxed. Success!


http://www.forbes.com/sites/jennifercohen/2013/10/02/5-things-super-successful-people-do-before-8-am/

Nice

@op you can make the key words BOLD and space them, Nice thread!!

Interesting! Taking these up right away.

Nice points...will try applying these tips,especially the exercise part.

thanks all the way

I do four of these everyday, i take ma breakfast around 10am afta morning training, tho i take a slice of bread b4 training 2 avoid slumping on d field. Nice thread Op

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Guys, check out this link post : 8 Things You Should Not Do Everyday
http://www.bizngr.com/management-tips/8-things-you-should-not-do-every-day/
You would be amazed by how we spend so much time on things that aren't productive.

ueskman: Rise and shine! Morning time just became your new best friend. Love it or hate it, utilizing the morning hours before work may be the key to a successful and healthy lifestyle. That’s right, early rising is a common trait found in many CEOs, government officials, and other influential people. Margaret Thatcher was up every day at 5 a.m.; Frank Lloyd Wright at 4 am and Robert Iger, the CEO of Disney wakes at 4:30am just to name a few. I know what you’re thinking – you do your best work at night. Not so fast. According to Inc. Magazine, morning people have been found to be more proactive and more productive. In addition, the health benefits for those with a life before work go on and on. Let’s explore 5 of the things successful people do before 8 am.

1. EXERCISE- I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again. Most people that work out daily, work out in the morning. Whether it’s a morning yoga session or a trip to the gym, exercising before work gives you a boost of energy for the day and that deserved sense of accomplishment. Anyone can tackle a pile of paperwork after 200 ab reps! Morning workouts also eliminate the possibility of flaking out on your cardio after a long day at work. Even if you aren’t bright eyed and bushy tailed at the thought of a 5 am jog, try waking up 15 minutes early for a quick bedside set of pushups or stretching. It’ll help wake up your body, and prep you for your day.

2. MAP OUT YOUR DAY- Maximize your potential by mapping out your schedule for the day, as well as your goals and to dos. The morning is a good time for this as it is often one of the only quiet times a person gets throughout the day. The early hours foster easier reflection that helps when prioritizing your activities. They also allow for uninterrupted problem solving when trying to fit everything into your timetable. While scheduling, don’t forget about your mental health. Plan a 10 minute break after that stressful meeting for a quick walk around the block or a moment of meditation at your desk. Trying to eat healthy? Schedule a small window in the evening to pack a few nutritious snacks to bring to work the next day.

3. EAT A HEALTHY BREAKFAST- We all know that rush out the door with a cup of coffee and an empty stomach feeling. You sit down at your desk, and you’re already wondering how early that taco truck sets up camp outside your office. No good. Take that extra time in the morning to fuel your body for the tasks ahead of it. It will help keep you mind on what’s at hand and not your growling stomach. Not only is breakfast good for your physical health, it is also a good time to connect socially. Even five minutes of talking with your kids or spouse while eating a quick bowl of oatmeal can boost your spirits before heading out the door.

4. VISUALIZATION-These days we talk about our physical health ad nauseam, but sometimes our mental health gets overlooked. The morning is the perfect time to spend some quiet time inside your mind meditating or visualizing. Take a moment to visualize your day ahead of you, focusing on the successes you will have. Even just a minute of visualization and positive thinking can help improve your mood and outlook on your work load for the day.

5. MAKE YOUR DAY TOP HEAVY- We all have that one item on our to do list that we dread. It looms over you all day (or week) until you finally suck it up and do it after much procrastination. Here’s an easy tip to save yourself the stress – do that least desirable task on your list first. Instead of anticipating the unpleasantness of it from first coffee through your lunch break, get it out of the way. The morning is the time when you are (generally) more well rested and your energy level is up. Therefore, you are more well equipped to handle more difficult projects. And look at it this way, your day will get progressively easier, not the other way around. By the time your work day is ending, you’re winding down with easier to dos and heading into your free time more relaxed. Success!


http://www.forbes.com/sites/jennifercohen/2013/10/02/5-things-super-successful-people-do-before-8-am/

5 Thing Me I Do Before 8.am

1. I open my eyes analyse my dream just to confirm if all those witches have not started again then pray.
2. Open UC Browser and log into all my internet accounts(Nairaland, naijaloaded,fb,twitter and 2go) and update my status- Good morning peeps how was your night?
3. Go to the toilet then next i Open the fridge steal some little juice, beverages and left overs.
4. I Go back to my room again, unlock my phone call my girl and send some morning texts.
5. Then i go back to sleep thanks to ASUU.
I Don vex

Ofcourse, you have to be in total control of your time before you can practice these everyday. Only super successful people have the time because they are not salary earners. How me wey enter around 11pm feeling tired go wake up for 4am dey do exercise when I should be preparing for work again. God abeg, change my level to a higher one.

3ace: Ofcourse, you have to be in total control of your time before you can practice these everyday. Only super successful people have the time because they are not salary earners. How me wey enter around 11pm feeling tired go wake up for 4am dey do exercise when I should be preparing for work again. God abeg, change my level to a higher one.

Ameen oo, truetalk!

Nice write up

Lionbite: 5 Thing Me I Do Before 8.am

1. I open my eyes analyse my dream just to confirm if all those witches have not started again then pray.
2. Open UC Browser and log into all my internet accounts(Nairaland, naijaloaded,fb,twitter and 2go) and update my status- Good morning peeps how was your night?
3. Go to the toilet then next i Open the fridge steal some little juice, beverages and left overs.
4. I Go back to my room again, unlock my phone call my girl and send some morning texts.
5. Then i go back to sleep thanks to ASUU.
I Don vex

Don't allow ASUU control your life! Get up and start something new! Biil Gates is a colleage drop out you know.........

What about ikorodu people that wake up 3 30am and come back11pm [b][/b]

Sex

On point

.mm

Good job, can we have for athletes

Drink... Pray... Sex

Ok its gud 2 knw, buh it still dosent change d fact dat we've been on strike 4 103days now!!

Lionbite: 5 Thing Me I Do Before 8.am

1. I open my eyes analyse my dream just to confirm if all those witches have not started again then pray.
2. Open UC Browser and log into all my internet accounts(Nairaland, naijaloaded,fb,twitter and 2go) and update my status- Good morning peeps how was your night?
3. Go to the toilet then next i Open the fridge steal some little juice, beverages and left overs.
4. I Go back to my room again, unlock my phone call my girl and send some morning texts.
5. Then i go back to sleep thanks to ASUU.
I Don vex

we dey talk abt super-successful pple, not success-striving pple okay?

Exercise

U 4got 2 add "prayer" and in ma opinion, diz point's more important!

Hmm, like minds think alike. I already do 1 to 4 daily... Here's my standard routine most mornings.

Wake up at 5:30am, take a quick walk/run around my complex, by 6:15am... I'm back.

Take a shower, get prepared for work, have breakfast and by 7am, I'm out.

Get out my diary and write "things to be accomplished today", and time to be completed .

Drive to work, enter the bldg, go to the coffee station and make coffee.

Start up my computer, read/reply emails, set tasks and reminders and random outlook stuff

And YES, my day is SET

idrezee: U 4got 2 add "prayer" and in ma opinion, diz point's more important!

No. That is what millions of lazy paupers do everyday. Look around you.

Andyblaze: Sex

u are such a naughty kid

You mean "super-successful" but single people?

What I do if I wake before 8am

1. Wait, I'd still be tossing and turning around this time.
2. Finally awake (9am thereabout), lethargic.. struggle to make eba and stew .
3. We don't 'map out day' in agege, all join

4. Err... visit brother Kola for the latest in the hood
5. Hustle a little. (Classified)
6. Eat bread and beans
7. Nap
8. Visit NL
9. Sleep


I love my life die

What i do before 8am is wake up, pray, check recent updates on BBM and nairaland, take my bath and be at work before 7am!

formula subjected to severe non destructive lab testing.......