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Own the Day, Own Your Life

Optimized Practices for Waking, Working, Learning, Eating, Training, Playing, Sleeping and Sex

Aubrey Marcus

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Question 1 of 7
Why does the author recommend avoiding coffee immediately upon waking up?
  • A. It dehydrates the body faster than other beverages.
  • B. It triggers a release of stress hormones that put the body in a 'fight or flight' mode.
  • C. It prevents the absorption of essential morning nutrients like potassium and zinc.
  • D. It causes a rapid spike and subsequent crash in blood sugar levels.
Question 2 of 7
According to the 2011 Israeli study mentioned in the text, how did blood sugar levels affect judges' decision-making?
  • A. Judges were more likely to grant parole when their blood sugar levels were dropping.
  • B. Judges showed more compassion and granted parole more often right after eating.
  • C. Judges were more focused and less likely to grant parole when their blood sugar was high.
  • D. High blood sugar made the judges lethargic, leading to random and unpredictable rulings.
Question 3 of 7
What is a primary reason given in the text for why our modern diets are less nutritious than those of our prehistoric ancestors?
  • A. Modern humans consume too much wild vegetation that is difficult to digest.
  • B. Prehistoric humans had slower metabolisms that absorbed nutrients more efficiently.
  • C. Modern animal products often come from corn-fed animals, and our soil has been over-farmed.
  • D. The invention of cooking destroyed many of the natural enzymes found in raw meat.
Question 4 of 7
Based on a 2008 British experiment, what is the most effective way to combat the post-lunch energy slump?
  • A. Drinking a cup of strong coffee.
  • B. Getting an extra hour of sleep during the night.
  • C. Taking a short nap.
  • D. Engaging in 15 minutes of cardiovascular exercise.
Question 5 of 7
Why does the author argue against setting exercise goals focused on a single muscle group, such as the pectoral muscles?
  • A. It burns fewer calories than full-body cardiovascular workouts.
  • B. It can lead to muscle imbalances, severe joint strain, and eventual frustration.
  • C. It decreases testosterone production by isolating small muscle fibers.
  • D. It requires expensive supplements to maintain the isolated muscle growth.
Question 6 of 7
How does the author suggest individuals boost their testosterone levels to increase their sex drive?
  • A. By switching to a strict low-fat diet.
  • B. By engaging in high-intensity interval training daily.
  • C. By consuming more healthy, saturated fats and cholesterol.
  • D. By taking synthetic hormone supplements.
Question 7 of 7
According to the book's actionable advice, what is the optimal duration for a power nap?
  • A. 10 minutes
  • B. 20 minutes
  • C. 45 minutes
  • D. 60 minutes

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Own the Day, Own Your Life Summary & Overview

Own the Day, Own your Life (2018) provides handy hacks that will allow you to succeed in all areas of your life. Whether it’s your diet, sex life or exercise routine, this book provides advice that can be easily incorporated into your lifestyle so you can get the most out of every day.

Who Should Listen to Own the Day, Own Your Life?

  • Those who want to improve their sex lives
  • Gym junkies
  • Dieters

About the Author: Aubrey Marcus

Aubrey Marcus is the founder and CEO of lifestyle company Onnit. Marcus also has his own podcast – The Aubrey Marcus Podcast.

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