5 Habits Every Trader Should Master for Peak Performance

1. Prioritize Sleep

• Trading is 90% mindset – don’t sabotage it with poor sleep.
• Limit screen time at night, expose yourself to sunlight, and aim for 6-8 hours of quality sleep.

2. Protect Your Eyes

• Long hours staring at screens can cause eye strain and fatigue.
• Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes.

3. Keep Moving

• Are you stuck in fight-or-flight mode?
• Move your body! Exercise, walk, stretch, or do light workouts during breaks to refresh your mind and body.

4. Stay Hydrated

• Dehydration leads to fatigue and poor focus.
• Keep a water bottle near you while you trade on your mobile screen.

5. Maintain a Morning Routine

• Start the day with clarity, a trading plan, and a purpose.
• Exercise, journal your trades, or meditate before market hours to build focus and discipline.

The key to maintaining trading discipline is to manage your daily routine as it directly impacts your ability to make sound decisions.