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Are You the Odd-Man-Out on Schedules?

By Tom Herrin

We all have our little quirks when it comes to just how we fit in with others.  It may be that other family members run on entirely different kinds of systems than you, or that whatever you do may seem to go against the grain.  Whichever is the case, you are not at all as odd as you may feel.  Within pretty much any kind of group, there are some great varieties.  That is part of what makes life interesting.  It also poses some of its greatest challenges.  If everyone else in the family is up and running at 5, but you are more likely to be going strong at midnight, you may have some scheduling issues to deal with.  

First One up May Seem Like a Rotten Egg

Those early risers tend to be going full blast for the first several hours of the day.  As the day goes on, their energy may tend to fade.  This may be about the same time that the late-night person kicks into gear.  There is lots of debate as to which is better, if anything actually is.  Studies may be found supporting benefits of both lifestyles.  The one thing that seems to be for sure is that we all have different kinds of metabolisms.  

There Is Such Thing as Personal Rhythm

Each of us has a natural rhythm that seems to be running our clocks.  Our circadian rhythm is what may well be in charge of all of this, and it may not be easy to adjust.  Any time a person tries to change their personal schedule, which includes eating, sleeping, and waking, it can be a real challenge.  We may be less alert and more prone to accidents.  This may be implied by the problems that are so often associated with the spring change of time when clocks move forward and most of us try to force ourselves to operate on a different schedule.  Those who work shifts that are at odds with their personal rhythms may constantly struggle.

Take It a Little at a Time

Some change can be made, but it is suggested that they be done in small increments.  If you need to get up earlier, it may be best to set your clock about 15 minutes ahead at a time over a period of weeks.  This may allow you to make small adjustments rather than go all the way at once.  Our biological clock is important, so take care of it like it means something.

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in San Diego, Calif.

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