Celebrity Morning Routines: Fiction vs.

Reality Celebrity morning routines, often splashed across magazines and social media, paint a picture of idyllic, highly structured starts to the day.

Think elaborate green juice concoctions, hour-long meditation sessions, and rigorous workout regimes before even the sun cracks the horizon.

But experts warn that these routines are largely unrealistic for the average person, often designed to sell products or present a carefully curated image.

The pressure to emulate these unattainable ideals can lead to stress and feelings of inadequacy, rather than the promised boost of productivity and wellbeing.

Instead of striving for celebrity-level perfection, focus on building a simple, sustainable morning routine that works for you.

Here are four realistic steps to create a more effective and enjoyable start to your day: 1.

Prioritize Sleep: This may seem obvious, but getting adequate sleep is the cornerstone of a successful morning.

Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep.

This means establishing a consistent sleep schedule, creating a relaxing bedtime routine (avoid screens!), and ensuring a comfortable sleep environment.

Celebrity routines often gloss over the importance of sufficient sleep, prioritizing early wake-up times over rest.

2.

Hydrate and Nourish: Instead of complex, expensive green juices, focus on simple hydration and a healthy breakfast.

Start your day with a large glass of water to rehydrate your body after sleep.

Then, enjoy a nutritious breakfast that provides sustained energy – think oatmeal, yogurt with fruit, or eggs.

This is far more achievable and beneficial than trying to replicate a celebrity's elaborate dietary plan.

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Mindful Movement: You don't need a grueling hour-long workout to reap the benefits of morning exercise.

A 15-20 minute walk, a quick yoga session, or even some stretching can significantly improve your mood and energy levels.

The key is to choose an activity you genuinely enjoy and can realistically incorporate into your schedule.

Forget the pressure to match a celebrity's intense fitness regime; consistency is key.

4.

Set Intentions: Instead of meticulously planning your entire day down to the minute (a common feature of celebrity routines), simply take a few moments to set your intentions for the day.

What are your top priorities? What do you want to accomplish? This simple act of mindfulness can help you stay focused and productive throughout the day, promoting a sense of calm and control.

Forget the unrealistic portrayals of celebrity mornings.

By focusing on these four simple, realistic steps, you can cultivate a morning routine that genuinely supports your well-being and sets you up for a successful and fulfilling day.

Remember, consistency and self-compassion are far more important than striving for unattainable perfection.

Bella Hadid raised eyebrows last month after sharing her , which included a handful of pills, tinctures, green juice, sea moss gel and other "detox" beverages. Other celebrities boast their own multistep self-care rituals to start the day. Should that be a model for the rest of us? 

Not at all, experts say. Instead, they suggest people focus on a few steps that are accessible to them — and not to aim for perfection, either.

"This morning routine is not realistic for most women and is just unnecessary for health. If it's what works for her, great, but it's likely not what most people need to start their day. Also, where's the actual food for breakfast?" Laura Ligos, a registered dietitian nutritionist, told TheNews, adding that when it comes to seemingly perfect star-studded morning routines, "so often they are unrealistic."

Another example is Jennifer Aniston's morning routine, which consists of waking up at 4:30 a.m. on work days, drinking a cup of hot water with lemon, skincare, a meditation, a smoothie and a workout, according to an .

Gwyneth Paltrow starts her day with tongue scraping, , 20 minutes of transcendental meditation, a workout, dry brushing and celery juice, . 

"Again, this all sounds great. But is this realistic for everyone? No. Is it necessary for everyone? Also no," says Amanda Holtzer, a registered dietician based in New Jersey.

Here are four approachable, expert-recommended steps to try out instead:

Ligos says ditching your phone in the morning is a simple way to start your day off on the right foot.

James Clear, the author of "Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones," that it can help to stop using your phone as an alarm.

"So you wake up, you turn your alarm off and then rather than getting out of bed, you lay there and just start to scroll. And it's like, well, I don't quite want to get up yet, and then before you know it, 10, 15, 20 minutes have passed," he said. "So I think one solution to that is to charge your phone in another room each day rather than keeping it next to you."

Holtzer and Ligos both say to replenish your body with a drink of water when you wake up. Ligos also suggests having a glass before your morning coffee or tea.

This can be personalized depending on your goals, Holtzer says.

"I recommend that everyone take a moment to think about what they want out of their morning routine," she says. "Ask yourself: How much time do I have in the morning to dedicate to myself? What responsibilities do I absolutely have to check off my list each morning?"

Focusing on fitness? Schedule in some time for a quick workout. Looking to de-stress? Incorporate meditation, Holtzer suggests. How about a natural boost? Some morning sunshine or a  can help, Ligos says. 

Clear says that taking on simple, achievable tasks, like making your bed, can help build momentum for the rest of your day, too. It helps get "positive flow" going, he says, helping you move on to tackle the more challenging tasks ahead.

A is another important step to for the rest of your day, Ligos and Holtzer say.

"Certainly if you need to take (medications or) some supplements, do that, but you don't take them just because a celebrity or influencer tells you to," Ligos adds.

While it's fine to be curious about the lives and routines of our favorite celebs — be mindful as you watch them.

"What works for them likely won't work for us, and that's OK!" Ligos says. "I hope no one compares themselves to (a) celebrity who has a lot more resources and disposable income."

You also don't have to be perfect in your own routine.

"You do not have to follow every single step of a morning routine in order to set yourself up for a healthy and positive day," Holtzer says. "It's OK if some days you skip the workout or forget the meditation. ... Perfection is nonexistent, and a 'perfect' morning routine should not be the goal."