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Does Waking Up at 5 a.m. Improve Productivity? During the past few years, rising early has become increasingly popular as a productivity strategy — but does it actually work?

By Deanna Ritchie Edited by Mark Klekas

This story originally appeared on Calendar

During the past few years, rising early has become increasingly popular as a productivity strategy. Many entrepreneurs, business leaders and influencers attribute success to early morning starts and proclaim 5 a.m. to be the "magic hour." As Robin Sharma wrote in The 5 A.M. Club, "Rise First. Die last."

However, the question remains: Does waking up at 5 a.m. enhance productivity, or is it simply a fad? In this article, we will explore the benefits and drawbacks of early rising and provide a balanced perspective to help you decide if this routine is a good fit.

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