Back-to-School Reset: Building Routines That Actually Stick

In this episode of the TraintoAdapt Podcast, Adam Shergold and Kaeden Stander explore one of the toughest transitions families face each year — shifting from relaxed summer days back into structured school routines. Backed by surprising research, they share practical strategies to reduce stress, improve focus, and set kids up for success all year long.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why the brain loses up to 40% of established routines during summer break — and how that impacts learning and behavior.
• How starting routine resets 2–3 weeks before school begins cuts morning stress by 60%.
• The role of sleep: shifting bedtime in 15-minute increments, setting the room at 65–68°F, and using blackout curtains for up to 30% better sleep quality.
• Why dedicated homework spaces improve focus by 45% and help separate rest from study.
• The “Power Morning Sequence”: 60 minutes before leaving, a protein-rich breakfast, 5–10 minutes of movement, and a simple packing routine — leading to 70% less morning chaos.
• How gradual tech reduction (plus parents modeling healthy behavior) cuts behavioral issues in half and boosts family communication.
• Why consistency beats perfection — even small changes like 15 minutes earlier bedtime or 10 minutes of prep make a measurable difference.

The big takeaway? The back-to-school reset isn’t just about smoother mornings — it’s about creating routines that support better focus, lower stress, and stronger academic performance all year long.

Listen now to learn how to transform this tricky transition into a foundation for long-term success.