[@RenaissancePeriodization] Morning Routines Are Bullsh*t (Do This Instead!)

Link: https://youtu.be/fnOajARtrcY

Short Summary

Key Quotes

Okay, here are 5 direct quotes from the YouTube video transcript that I found particularly insightful, humorous, or revealing:

1. "If you have to use two different kinds of temperature devices, spend time on three types of electromagnetic mats and shove a red light emmitting device up your ass. At some point, you have to ask what the return on investment for such intricacy actually is."

2. "Like, does this thing really work? And the science is like, maybe, maybe not. I wouldn't bet in it."

3. "My morning routine most of the time is as follows. wake up, take a shit, shoot steroids, take supplements, drink a protein shake, stumble down into the basement to begin working for 4 hours straight in my windowless office. Why? Cuz I got bills to pay. Child support doesn't pay for itself, people."

4. "If you want a morning routine to optimize your productivity, one of the number one ways to do it is to just get to the point and get productive as soon as you can."

5. "Stuff doesn't do itself."

Detailed Summary

Here's a detailed summary of the YouTube video transcript, using bullet points, focusing on key topics, arguments, and information, excluding sponsor announcements:

• Introduction:

  • The video addresses the popularity and potential pitfalls of morning routines.
  • The speaker acknowledges some wisdom in having a morning routine but criticizes the "BS" often included.

• Criticisms of Common Morning Routines (The "BS"):

  • Complexity:
    • Many routines involve excessive and intricate steps, often using expensive gadgets.
    • The return on investment (ROI) for such complexity is often low, especially for those who are not wealthy.
    • Effective routines are usually the simplest.
    • The morning routine is meant to prepare you for the day, not be the day itself.
  • Fluff:
    • Many elements of popular morning routines have small or unproven effects ("effect size").
    • Some "high-tech" devices lack sufficient scientific evidence of effectiveness.
    • Time, effort, and money are wasted on things that might not work.
    • Examples cited: Electromagnetic mats, cold plunges (except ball shrinkage).
  • Length (Duration):
    • Many popular morning routines are excessively long, often taking hours.
    • Most successful people have short morning routines because they have other responsibilities.
    • Keep morning routines simple, effective, and quick.

• A Sample Effective Morning Routine (30-40 Minutes):

  • 1. Prioritize Sleep: 7-9 hours in a cold, dark, uninterrupted room. This is most important!
  • 2. Wake Up Immediately: Avoid hitting the snooze button. Get out of bed promptly.
  • 3. Rehydrate: Drink 12-24 ounces of water or water with electrolytes.
  • 4. Outdoor Activity: 10-15 minute walk or run outdoors for sunlight exposure and light sweat.
  • 5. Dynamic Stretching: 2 minutes for upper and lower body.
  • 6. Bowel Movement: The walk and stretching should get things moving.
  • 7. Shower:
    • Optional: 1 minute of cold water followed by normal warm/hot water for contrast.
  • 8. Breakfast:
    • High protein, lower carb, higher fat breakfast is recommended for sustained energy.
    • Quick and easy options like protein shakes, bars, nuts, or avocado.
    • Avoid large, carbohydrate-heavy breakfasts that can cause sluggishness.
    • Take supplements and have caffeinated beverages during breakfast.
  • Then, start the day: Go to school, work, etc.

• Important Considerations:

  • Morning Training: If you train in the morning, the routine changes. Training becomes the priority.
  • No "One-Size-Fits-All": Morning routines should be tailored to individual needs and schedules. Be weary of blindly following influencers routines.

• Potential Future Videos:

  • A video on daily work and training routines for improved productivity.
  • A video on evening wind-down routines.