4am Workout Routine
Rise before the world wakes up and train when distractions are zero. Kobe Bryant used this to get extra practice sessions in while competitors slept.
Steps
Set your alarm for 4:00 AM — no snooze allowed
Hydrate immediately with 500ml of water
Begin with 15 minutes of dynamic stretching
Complete your primary training session (60-90 minutes)
Cool down with 10 minutes of light movement and reflection
Practitioners
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