Are you a morning person or a night owl?

Do you leap out of bed full of excitement for the day, or are you one of those people who don’t want to talk or see anyone until you’ve had your coffee and some alone time?

Either way, the good news is that establishing a morning routine you can stick to each day is actually an amazing way to shed layers of belly fat AND keep you feeling great throughout the rest of the day,

And if the idea of a morning ritual sounds like something an influencer would do and you can’t imagine it in your own life, hear me out! You don’t need special equipment or anything fancy. All you need is a little self-discipline and the desire to set yourself up right for the day.

We’re talking simple ways to reach your goals right from the moment you wake up!

People have been following morning rituals since long before the Internet made everyone want to film themselves doing it!

There’s really no better time than now to start a routine for the New Year that keeps you feeling amazing, and helps you to stick to your goals, whether they be personal, work or health related.

Ultimately it’s all linked. So the better you feel in your body, that positive energy will extend outwards to the rest of your life.

So how and what can you do in the morning to lose belly fat?

1. Drink Warm Lemon Water

If you just do one thing, do this! It’s just such a game-changer for your digestion first thing in the morning. It boosts your metabolism - (a powerful tool for losing belly fat), hydrates you, and it helps your liver to produce more bile which is a crucial part of successful digestion.

It also just feels like a nice, cleansing way to wake up the system and move gently into the day.

For extra bonus points - sip your drink as you take a few moments to just tune into your body and meditate. This can help you to lower cortisol levels, relax, and balance your hormones - all of which contribute to losing belly fat.

Add this habit to your life and over time you will see and feel the effects.

Move your Body

You don’t have to do some intense, high-cardio workout before breakfast, a simple yoga asana, pilates or just a brisk walk and some stretches will help you get your metabolism going and burn calories.

Of course, you need to include regular exercise in your week to lose weight. But for your morning ritual, just moving your body lightly in some way is enough. Make some form of movement a non-negotiable part of your morning. It will help improve your mood, reduce stress, and boost your energy levels.

It will also ensure that you are on the right track and in the right mindset for doing different workouts later in the day, connecting you to your physical body.

3. Eat a Nutritious Breakfast

Don’t skip breakfast, make sure it’s something that’s going to fill you up and nourish your cells, giving you healthy energy without blood sugar spikes.

You should always value this meal of the day as an important beginning to how you feel and the choices you go on to make as the day progresses. People who consistently choose a healthy breakfast will make better food decisions later on too.

Choose whole grains, fruits, and maybe some healthy fats like avocado, or eggs.

Fix a Wake-up Time

Setting your alarm or just naturally waking at the same time each day helps to regulate your circadian rhythms - your body’s internal clock. This can lead to better sleep in terms of quantity and quality.

Sleep is super important for losing belly fat because it plays a big part in regulating your hunger and fullness hormones - leptin and ghrelin.

It’s been shown in studies that being well-rested results in better food choices. You won’t suffer from that overtired hungry feeling that causes you to reach for fatty, sugary pick-me ups.

Lack of sleep can cause a cascade of other problems too, such as increasing your stress, fatigue and tension which can impede your attempts to lose belly fat.

In Conclusion

Create your own morning rituals - ones that fit you and your lifestyle. The best part of setting a routine up is that it helps you to stay on track and create a sustainable approach to weightloss that really works.

I’m a big believer in the power of repetition and persistence to create the best results over time, try it and let me know your morning routine! Reply to me.