5 Ways To Feel Wide Awake (No coffee required!)

Forget that caffeine fix first thing. Here’s how to energise your body and your mind without your java jolt.

Forget hitting that snooze button and sleeping in for ‘just five more minutes’ – with these smart ideas you’ll start your day more mentally and physically energised.

1. Rise and shine

Follow the old adage for the ideal wake-up call. Exposing yourself to daylight first thing will send your body’s internal clock the memo that it’s time to feel wide awake and get moving. So open your curtains as soon as your alarm goes off, eat your breakfast by a sunny window or, even better, head out for a walk, as exercise can also help to reduce stress.

2. Wake up, it’s a beautiful morning... …