5 Tips to Get You Out the Door for Morning Exercise:
- Hydrate! You have not had water for the last 8 hours or so – make sure you have some before you get to class.
- Choose a studio/gym that’s closer to work than to home, if you are going early you might as well cut your commute in half. I have a studio that I love right by my office so I drive to work before the sun comes up, go to class and then get ready for work in the locker room.
- Choose a class that fits your energy level. I like going to a more standard yoga class rather than one with weights and lots of cardio. Try a few different ones and see what works for you!
- Try to go to class or get up early at least 3 days a week, this helps build the habit of getting up early and makes it easier to get up and moving.
- Pack the night before, trust me – it’s way easier to get out the door if you already have the bag ready.
My Morning Yoga Packing List:
- Mat and hot yoga towel
- Water Bottle
- Shower towel + hair towel (lifesaver when you are in a rush and don’t want to rush out with soaking hair)
- Face wash and razor *my studio provides shampoo, conditioner and body wash* – I always bring cheaper face wash rather than my favorite (Kiehl’s) because I’ve been known to accidentally leave it 🙁
- Make-up Bag
- Travel Sized Hair Dryer (my studio provides hair dryers but it’s always good to have your own in case someone else is using)
- Small plastic bag for wet clothes
- Work Clothes
- Lock for the locker (I usually attach this to my yoga mat carry strap so that I never forget it)
great tips! It’s funny that I bumped into this post. I haven’t worked out in weeks but it feels like months. this gives me some motivation
Yay! Sometimes a little inspiration is all you need 🙂
I’m trying to be motivated to exercise. Part of my non motivation stems from literally just moving to another state last week. Plus, I’m still in school for associates classes.
I love these finds. That cleanser is one of my faves.
I have no problem going to the gym in the evening, but going in the morning KILLS ME! Maybe it’s because I have little ones still, that wake up 2-3 times a night, but I just can’t make it to the gym in the mornings. These are some awesome tips!
Great tips! I try to get myself dressed in workout clothes as soon as I get out of bed and I’m more likely to get out the door.
These are great tips! While I don’t work out in the morning, I think some still apply to an evening work out. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I definitely agree with this list! I can’t wait until my baby is sleeping through the night and I can start exercising in the AMs.
Such great tips. I love working out first thing in the morning sets the pace for the rest of my day.