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The days are shorter, the air is colder, and our primal instinct is to hibernate like a grizzly bear. But don't let colder days win. While there may be a temptation to succumb to seasonal affective disorder and carb-loading, we need to go right in the opposite way. Always try to keep in mind that there are some things that we can do to own, at least, part of our own biology. That means doubling down on the fundamentals, even when the sun's checked out. First, light: morning sunlight is non-negotiable. Get 10-20 minutes of that natural light within 30-60 minutes of waking up. We know it can be brutal when your bed's warm and the world's a freezer. This will calibrate your circadian rhythm and keep your mood from sliding into the abyss. Next, movement: don't let the cold be an excuse for becoming one with the couch. Exercise is the closest thing we have to a miracle drug. Bundle up and get outside for a walk, a run, or even some primal shivering in the name of thermogenesis. Can't stand the cold? Fine, hit the gym. Don´t like it, also. Move inside your house (there are plenty of options). Just move! Your body and mind will thank you. Bottom line: cold weather a test. It's a filter that separates those who succumb to biological impulses from those who take control. So, get your light and your movement. Don’t try to pretend that you don´t need them till next spring. Dominate the day! Have a great week! Prime Human Performance
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