30-Day Challenge: Waking Up at 5 A.M.

Jul 16, 2024

30-Day Challenge: Waking Up at 5 A.M.

Introduction

  • Goal: To wake up at 5 A.M. for 30 days and observe its effects on productivity and quality of life.
  • Motivation: Struggles with productivity, anxiety about not being productive, and lack of time for loved ones.
  • Hypothesis: Waking up early may provide more free time and improve productivity and overall well-being.

Day 1

  • Initial Impressions: Felt surprisingly decent at 5:03 A.M.
  • Morning Routine: Weighing, brushing teeth, dressing up, breakfast.
  • Challenges: Tripod issues during breakfast making, workout felt lonely and less energized.
  • Observations: Less urge to scroll on phone early in the morning.
  • Fitness & Productivity: Completed a workout by 7:26 A.M., editing a proposal video, and preparing breakfast for fiancée.
  • Fatigue: Started feeling tired around 11 A.M., needed caffeine, early bedtime at 8 P.M.

Day 2

  • Early Routine: Tried to start the day with sunlight but went back inside due to lack of sunlight.
  • Family Advice: Spoke to dad, who has been waking up at 5 A.M. for 30 years. Key advice: Go to bed early.
  • Workout: Felt unproductive due to fasting overnight and lack of energy.
  • Fatigue: Increasing difficulty in maintaining energy levels.
  • Strategies: Text from dad emphasized the importance of starting early to get things done.

Adjustments and Reflections

  • Routine Change: Realization of the need for a structured routine to prevent burnout.
  • New Plan:
    • Wake up at 5 A.M.
    • Skincare routine
    • Coffee
    • Cold plunge
    • Breakfast
    • Lift and cardio
    • Begin day

Mid-Challenge Observations

  • Diet and Exercise: Using Macro Factor to optimize diet and workouts.
  • Productivity: Improvement noticed with new routine; feeling more productive and less anxious.
  • Interviews: Gained insights from early risers about their routines and motivations.
  • Workouts: Positive impact on workouts from social motivation and disciplined routine.
  • Family Time: More time to spend with loved ones like Claudia and parents.
  • Social Media: Less distraction from social media in the mornings.

End of Challenge Reflections

  • Day 30: Mastered morning routines and gained significant productivity.
  • Final Thoughts:
    • More productive with less anxiety.
    • Longer days with more structure and organization.
    • Improved quality of time with loved ones.

Key Takeaways

  • Productivity: Most productive month, getting significantly more work done.
  • Anxiety: Reduced anxiety due to having extra time and a structured routine.
  • Quality Time: More time for loved ones and meaningful activities.
  • Personal Growth: Enhanced readiness to tackle challenges and work hard.
  • Inspiration: Influence from family, especially dad's work ethic.

Closing Message: It's crucial to be relentless and take responsibility for your own progress and success.

Final Words

  • Thankful to viewers for following the journey.
  • Encouraging others to stay relentless in their pursuits.