You're Waking Up Wrong

Getting into a healthy morning routine can be a struggle. Here are some scientifically backed tips for fixing yours.
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With apologies to Ben Franklin, the very act that’s supposed to make you healthy, wealthy, and wise can also be a royal pain.

As the literal first thing you do in the morning, waking up can easily set the tone for how productive and happy you’ll be for the day. Yet getting out of bed early and rested is a challenge for millions of people. A study last year by the American Sleep Foundation found that 39 percent of people reported being at least a little bit tired during the previous week, and most of those people wished they got more shut-eye on workdays.