How you start and end each day determines the quality of everything in between. This routine planner helps you build consistent morning and evening habits and track them through the week.
What’s Inside
- Morning routine planner: time, activity, and 7-day checkbox columns
- Evening routine planner: time, activity, and 7-day checkbox columns
- Mood and energy rating at end of each section
- Weekly score summary and one-thing-to-improve field
Print tip: Works on standard letter (8.5×11″) or A4 paper. Print at 100% scale with no page scaling. Designed to be printed and filled in by hand.
How to Use This Template
- Design your morning routine backward from the time you need to start work. Start time minus routine duration equals your wake-up time. Most people do this in reverse and wonder why mornings feel rushed.
- Keep your morning routine to 30-60 minutes maximum when starting out. A 2-hour routine that never happens is worse than a 15-minute one you do every single day.
- Write the time for each activity before the week starts. Scheduled habits happen. Vague intentions do not.
- Review the weekly score on Sunday. If your morning score is consistently higher than your evening score, your evening routine may need simplifying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many habits should I put in each routine?
Three to five per section is enough to start. A morning routine with eight steps will break down the first morning you run late. Build up gradually once the short version becomes automatic.
What is a good morning routine for home office workers?
Something that involves body movement, natural light, and a clear transition to work mode. Exercise, a walk outside, and making a coffee before sitting at your desk is a strong starting template.
What should an evening routine include?
Something that winds down cognitive arousal: reviewing tomorrow’s plan, avoiding screens 30 minutes before sleep, and a consistent bedtime. The evening routine’s job is to make the next morning easier.
Is this planner free?
Yes, completely free. No email required. Print a fresh copy each week.