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Rise and Shine: 18 Morning Workout Hacks to Get You Moving

Are you tired of hitting the snooze button and sacrificing your morning workout? We’ve got the solution. We asked fitness experts and enthusiasts to share their secrets for getting up and at ’em in the early a.m.

Cool Down to Warm Up

Ryan Wilke, co-founder of Throwback Fitness, takes a Citi Bike to the gym, even in the winter. The cold air and wind in his face are all he needs to wake him up – no coffee required!

Set Yourself Up for Success

Holly Rilinger, Nike Master Trainer, sets two alarms. The first gives her 15 more minutes of sleep, while the second kicks off her morning routine: meditation, almond milk cappuccino, loud music, and a bright Nike outfit.

Pack It Up

Sandee Shin, CrossFit Virtuosity athlete, checks her morning workout schedule and packs her bag accordingly. She’s in bed by 10:30 p.m. to ensure a smooth morning routine.

Flip the Switch

Jessi Kneeland, personal trainer, uses blinding light and upbeat tunes to get herself moving. She grabs her first cup of coffee and heads out the door.

Breakfast on the Go

Sarah Pope, personal trainer at Crow Hill Crossfit, pre-orders her favorite smoothie to be delivered early in the morning. This motivates her to get up and moving.

Keep It Away

Brian Gallagher, co-founder of Throwback Fitness, keeps his alarm clock across the room, forcing him to get out of bed to shut it off.

Get Your Groove On

Bree Branker, trainer for the FitOn app, preps her playlist and wears her favorite workout outfit to get herself pumped up.

Red Alert

Jay Cardiello, celebrity trainer, wears red workout clothes to increase energy and excitement. He also pops in a peppermint Altoid for an extra boost.

Our Readers Weigh In

Locke Hughes splashes his face with cold water to wake himself up. Maria Hart packs an extra bag with essentials like deodorant and wipes. Jeff Cattel schedules brunch with friends to motivate himself. Tara Goodrum makes healthy energy bites to fuel her workout. Mary Muller runs with her four dogs to get moving. Mandy Thudium warms up her room and has a gym buddy to keep her accountable. Rachel Lockwood McDonald finds a workout group to stay motivated. Kerstin Dorbert shovels snow and gets firewood inside as part of her morning routine. Christine DiGangi sleeps in her workout clothes and packs her bag the night before. Lauren Furmanski uses a wake-up light to simulate a sunrise.

These hacks will have you jumping out of bed and ready to take on your morning workout in no time!