What if I told you that how you start your morning could have a significant impact on your digestion for the rest of the day?

Your gut doesn’t work in isolation – it follows a circadian rhythm, meaning the way you wake up directly affects gut function. And two of the best things you can do for digestion first thing in the morning? Movement + sunlight.

Why Your Gut Loves Morning Movement & Sunlight

🌞 Sunlight sets your gut’s internal clock → Your gut bacteria have their own circadian rhythm, and early morning light helps regulate digestion.
🏃 Movement stimulates gut motility → Gentle movement wakes up the digestive system, helping prevent bloating & sluggish bowels.
⚖️ Blood sugar stability = more stable energy levels → Morning activity improves insulin sensitivity, reducing energy crashes & sugar cravings later.

Simple Ways to Use Morning Light & Movement for Gut Health

✅ Step outside within 30 minutes of waking – Even 10 minutes of morning light helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle.
✅ Do some light movement before breakfast – A short walk, mobility work, or stretching all count.
✅ Breathe deeply while moving – Deep nasal breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps to activate the parasympathetic nervous system – aka our ‘rest and digest’ state.