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Step 1 of 6 · Sleep Optimization Protocol

Outside within an hour of waking

Outside within an hour of waking — step 1 of 6 in Sleep Optimization Protocol. 10 minutes outdoors, even if it's ugly weather. Indoor bulbs are weak next to daylight. This starts the timer for sleepiness later.

Daylight in the eyes in the morning. Dim at night. Ancient and still true.
Daylight in the eyes in the morning. Dim at night. Ancient and still true.

Free health & fitness tip: Outside within an hour of waking (step 1 of 6 from "Sleep Optimization Protocol").

10 minutes outdoors, even if it's ugly weather. Indoor bulbs are weak next to daylight. This starts the timer for sleepiness later.

Same wake time 7 days, weekends as close as you can. Dim warm lamps after sunset. Phone night mode is a bonus, not a substitute.

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