EP 156: Day 6 “Stop Starting Your Day Exhausted: The Morning Energy Routine That Changes Everything”

About this episode

In this episode, Kellie Lupsha and Dr. Heidi discuss the importance of the first 60 minutes of the day and how to create a morning routine that enhances energy and well-being.

Welcome to " Thriving in Midlife " The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive into the power of your first 60 minutes, and why that small window quietly shapes your cortisol rhythm, mental clarity, metabolism, and motivation for the entire day. We're not talking about perfection or forcing a 5 a.m. wake-up; we're talking about intentionally designing a morning ritual that actually fuels you, no matter what season of life you're in. From setting your mindset before your feet hit the floor, to simple, science-backed practices like morning light, cold exposure, breathwork, and strategic hydration, we break down how to create a routine that feels good, sticks long-term, and sets you up to win, without the overwhelm. Key Highlights: ➡️ Why your first 60…

People in this episode

Host: Kellie Lupsha

Guest: Dr. Heidi

Topics covered

• morning routine
• energy
• cortisol
• metabolism
• mindset
• wellness

Keywords

• morning energy routine
• cortisol rhythm
• mental clarity
• metabolism
• breathwork
• hydration

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