--- title: How to Become a Morning Runner description: These tips will help motivate you to get an earlier start in the morning and incorporate working out. image: https://rocktheblockrun.org/hubfs/Blog-Morning-Run.png --- [![Rock the Block Run l Greenwood, Indiana](https://rocktheblockrun.org/hubfs/RTBR-2026-Logo-Website.png) ![Rock the Block Run l Greenwood, Indiana](https://rocktheblockrun.org/hubfs/RTBR-2026-Logo-Color-Tag.png)](https://rocktheblockrun.org) Toggle navigation Toggle navigation - - - - [EVENT INFORMATION](https://rocktheblockrun.org/event) - GET INVOLVED - [BE A SPONSOR](https://runsignup.com/Race/RockTheBlockRun/Page/Sponsor-the-Race) - [BE A VOLUNTEER](https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/Greenwood/RockTheBlockRunWalk) - [CHARITIES](https://rocktheblockrun.org/charities) - [SPONSORS](https://rocktheblockrun.org/sponsors) - [BLOGS](https://rocktheblockrun.org/blog) - [2026 RESULTS](https://my.raceresult.com/395226/) - [CONTACT US](https://rocktheblockrun.org/contact) # How to Become a Morning Runner July 25, 2022 •[Monica Boone for Rock the Block Run](https://rocktheblockrun.org/blog/author/monica-boone-for-rock-the-block-run) [Running Tips](https://rocktheblockrun.org/blog/tag/running-tips) ![Morning Runner](https://rocktheblockrun.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog-Morning-Run.png?height=630&name=Blog-Morning-Run.png) The thought of waking up extra early to go for a run or to work out might seem a little crazy. However, once you're up and moving, you'll find that sneaking in a morning workout is a great way to start your day. Whether you're a night owl, a morning bird or an exhausted pigeon, these tips will help motivate you to get an earlier start in the morning and incorporate working out. ##### Make a Plan - Plan out your weekly workouts. If you’re just starting out running, plan out how long you’ll run and the mileage for each day. If you’ve been running for a while plan the different types of workouts you’d like to work on i.e. long runs, hills, interval, rest days, etc. - Create a habit of working out by getting up at the same time every day. For example, wake up at 5 a.m. every morning to go work out for an hour and then go about your day. ##### Night Before Workout - Get a good night's sleep! It's important to let your body rest and recover. Sleep will also help you to keep going throughout the day after a morning workout. - Prep all the gear you will need for the next day. Set out your running shoes, watch, gym bag and anything else you may need to work out. - Wear your t-shirt, shorts, socks and other workout clothes to bed. - Place your alarm across the room so that you have to force yourself to get out of bed to turn it off. - Keep a water bottle or pre-workout drink on your nightstand to drink when you wake up. ##### Morning of Workout - Wake up a half hour to an hour before your workout. Allow yourself enough time to get moving and plan for drive time if necessary. - If you can, eat a light snack and drink some water before going to work out. Try a spoonful of peanut butter or a handful of trail mix and some water. - Enjoy breakfast or coffee after your workout. ##### Other Tips - It’s okay to miss a day or two or more. Life gets crazy and some weeks are busier than others. Try to stick with your routine the best you can. - Running and working out is more fun with friends. Plan to run with someone who will help keep you accountable and motivate you to get out of bed. - Create a rockin’ playlist that you can jam out to while you work out. - Sometimes paying for a class or gym membership is an extra incentive to get you moving. - Just get up and move. Once you start running or working out then you'll want to keep going. - Some people also find accountability by sharing their goals with friends via social media. Take a sweaty selfie for Instagram or share your weekly plan on Facebook. *Monica a former Center Grove High School runner, participates in 5K, 10K and other races.* Share This: [mailto:replaceme@please.com?&subject=Thought%20you%20might%20like%20this&body=https%3A%2F%2Frocktheblockrun.org%2Fblog%2Fhow-to-become-a-morning-runner](mailto:replaceme@please.com?&subject=Thought%20you%20might%20like%20this&body=https%3A%2F%2Frocktheblockrun.org%2Fblog%2Fhow-to-become-a-morning-runner) - - - [mailto:info@rocktheblockrun.org](mailto:info@rocktheblockrun.org) [![“TikTok"](https://rocktheblockrun.org/hubfs/TikTok-Logo.png)](https://www.tiktok.com/@rtbr26) **ROCK THE BLOCK RUN** P.O. 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