The 5 AM Miracle with Jeff Sanders: Healthy Habits • Personal Development • Rockin' Productivity!

Your morning routine is likely the number one factor in determining how successful your day will be. In today's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss 3 habits to adopt for a powerful morning ritual. ← Previous Episode Next Episode → Photo Credit: Compfight

Sitting will kill you. In fact, it's killing you right now. But, here's the good news: you can save your life with one simple change. In today's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I discuss why I never sit down and the power of a standing desk. ← Previous Episode Next Episode → Photo Credit: Compfight

Natural health matters. This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast features an interview with Susan Levin, the director of nutrition education at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. ← Previous Episode Next Episode → Photo Credit: Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine Based on Susan's amazing running track record, her stellar diet, and her advocacy work, I think we all have a lot to learn from her example. Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. If that sounds even the slightest bit interesting, then go ahead and download the script. The Tip of the Week Today’s tip is why I believe well-selected quotations and positive affirmations are more important than you may think. * Vitamix [affiliate link] * Your Kitchen is Sick ::: Doctor Sanders Prescribes a Vitamix [blog post by Jeff Sanders] Featured Content In this episode, I interview Susan Levin from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. We talk health, habits, and transitioning to a plant-based diet. * How would you describe your diet? * How do you stay fit? * What is PCRM? * What is VegRUN? * What advice do you have for someone transitioning to a plant-based diet? * What are your key daily habits? * What are your favorite books on nutrition? Resources Mentioned in the Show * Susan Levin biography on PCRM.org * PCRM ::: Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine * 21-Day Kickstart Program ::: from PCRM * VegRUN ::: PCRM Fitness Program * Vegan for Life by Jack Norris [book] *

Less than 3% of people on earth have written goals, which correlates to a tiny number of people who understand AND practice personal development on a consistent basis. In today's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I share how to master self-improvement. ← Previous Episode Next Episode → Photo Credit: Compfight

Welcome to my new podcast, The 5 AM Miracle! Like my blog, it is dedicated to the theme of ambitious goal achievement and dominating your day before breakfast. ← Previous Episode Next Episode → Photo Credit: Jeff Sanders My goal is to help you bounce out of bed with enthusiasm, create powerful lifelong habits, and tackle your grandest goals with extraordinary energy. Download the Script Here you have access to the word-for-word transcript of the entire episode of the podcast. Actually, it's the exact outline and script I use to record the show. Enjoy! Download the script. The Tip of the Week Today’s tip is a great iPhone app to use for downloading podcasts. * Downcast ::: iPhone podcasting app Listener Question * Jeff Brown – What type of alarm clock is best for waking up naturally? * Up by Jawbone ::: Wristband that monitors your movement and sleep patterns * Fitbit Flex ::: Wireless activity and sleep wristband * Sleep Cycle ::: iPhone App for better sleep ::: Read my post about this app Featured Content I plan to talk about the same topics I discuss here on my blog, including: * Intentional Growth: living on purpose, with a strong focus on constant improvement. * Powerful Habits: the strategies, routines, and daily agendas that produce optimal results. * Plant-Based Nutrition: the dramatic improvement of your health always begins with food. This stuff matters. * Vegan Athletics: the fitness training programs that provide strength, endurance, and phenomenal energy. * Misc: anything I want to talk about that is not covered in the categories above! Show Notes: 7 Big Benefits In this first episode, I discuss 7 benefits of starting your day bright and early. Based on my experience, when you switch to an early morning lifestyle you will experience these amazing results: * You will Join an Exclusive Club of Smart People * Benjamin Franklin, Apple CEO Tim Cook, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, just to name a few * Sexy Body, Healthy Body * Best time for exercise and healthy food. * You are more likely to workout early than late. * Regular exercise boosts mood and fitness, provides energy all day long, and helps with deeper sleep cycles. * Don't skip the morning smoothie! * Better Grades * In a 2008 study, college students who identified themselves as “morning people” earned a full point higher on their GPAs than thos...

Welcome to The 5 AM Miracle Podcast! In this special introductory episode I discuss a few of the show's highlights, a brief summary of the topics to come, and how you can approach listening to the hundreds of available episodes! Next Episode → Photo Credit: Jeff Sanders Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script. Resources Mentioned in the Show * Subscribe in iTunes [or Stitcher] * The 5 AM Miracle Podcast [Learn much more about the show] * Listen to the Best Episodes [Find your favorite categories] Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes. I recorded a quick 2-minute video to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! On the Next Episode On the next episode I will be discussing more about The 5 AM Miracle and the benefits of waking up early, as well as my background and what you can expect in the coming episodes. Next Episode →