My Real-Life Morning Routine: The anti-aging plan to look younger after kids 🔥

I know what it’s like to want to change your routine, but actually doing it? That’s a whole different story. I remember waking up and grabbing my phone before my feet hit the floor, scrolling aimlessly, talking myself out of working out because I was tired and felt like I “deserved” more sleep. And honestly? I was tired—but what I didn’t realize was that the reason I felt so drained wasn’t because I needed more rest… it’s because I wasn’t moving my body enough. Energy begets energy. It’s science. And once I truly understood that, everything changed.

These days, I keep it simple but intentional. I wake up and chug a big glass of water with my clean pre-workout and electrolyte drink—because mama needs to be hydrated and alert before the chaos begins. It gives me clean, sustained energy without the jitters or crash. I sip on it while I throw on my workout clothes and let the dog out.

I don’t do crazy long workouts—3 to 4 days a week, short (30-45 min)and effective, and done before my coffee. Movement first, always. And if you’ve been trying to get consistent, I’ve got you. Grab the exact workouts I use here—it’s made for busy women who need quick wins, not burnout.

Fuel is a non-negotiable. After my workout, I blend up my go-to protein and collagen supplements to stabilize blood sugar, reduce cravings, and keep my skin glowing. If I need a little extra boost in the beauty department, I’ll add my Glow Up Latte for that inside-out radiance. It’s all about supporting your body so it can show up for you.

The glow up in my 40’s was everything I needed to feel like myself again after having kids. When we take care of ourselves from the inside out…it shows! This is me at 45 years old with more energy and with my body and skin looking better now than when I was 25.

And I can’t start my day without taking 10 minutes to ground myself. Prayer, journaling, and a few pages from a book that feeds my mindset—The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod is always my top recommendation if you’re newer to this idea. It’s the simplest way to shift your focus without overhauling your whole life.

Skin care? Quick and clean. I use this morning line that’s non-toxic but actually does something. This is customizable to you, depending on what your skin needs. Customize your skincare with that link and you;ll get And when my face is puffy (because yes, I still love cheese), I use my face and eye wands to depuff and smooth everything out fast. I’m not here to fake perfection—I’m just here to show you what works.

And yes—coffee comes after movement, mindset, and fuel. Because when you actually give your body what it needs first thing, caffeine becomes a cherry on top, not your lifeline.

If you’re reading this thinking, “That sounds amazing but I’ve tried and failed a million times,”—I see you. I’ve been you. And I promise: you don’t need to be perfect. You just need to start showing up for yourself in small, doable ways. That’s what my routine is built for.

And if you need support? Don’t go it alone. That’s what my Fit Club is for—our private accountability community full of women just like you who want to feel better, move more, and glow from the inside out. You’ll get a full meal plan (yep, with the grocery list and recipes done for you), daily motivation, and real encouragement on the days you feel like quitting. Everyone needs someone in their corner—and now, you’ve got a team.

If you’re ready for it all, you can grab my entire MORNING BUNDLE that includes all of the products I use—nothing overwhelming, just real support for your body inside and out that gets results.

And if you want to see what this routine looks like in real life (the mom life, the wins, the messy parts and all)—come follow along on Instagram at @jennifer_stawarz. I’m right there with you, proving that consistency > perfection every single day.

You don’t need to wait for Monday. You don’t need a new month. You just need to start. Let’s do it together. 💛✨

PS: This is the most BAD ASS anti-aging supplement out there and I just added it to my routine!

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