Ashton Hall Responds to Viral Morning Routine Craze
Fitness influencer and wellness advocate Ashton Hall recently addressed the massive attention surrounding his unconventional six-hour morning routine. This routine, featuring his distinctive practices such as submerging his face in ice-cold water, engaging in gym workouts, and using a banana peel for facial massages, skyrocketed to popularity on social media platform X, garnering over 157 million views after being reposted by the @tipsformenx account. Notably, Hall first shared this content on TikTok and Instagram back in February.
Hall’s Reflection on Imitation and Leadership
In a TikTok video dated March 24, 2025, Hall addressed his audience to clarify his stance on the recent imitations of his content. He expressed concern over “duplicates” of his original videos and labeled the copying behavior as “nonsense.”
“This is for the creators that are sick and tired of the work being copied. Listen to me well. You’re either going to be a leader or a follower. And it’s okay to be either one. But you have to choose. If you’re going to be a leader, people are going to follow you. What is the issue?”he remarked.
Hall revealed that in the past, he would “block” individuals who replicated his work, questioning their motives. However, he has since embraced his strengths and drawn surprising parallels between himself and prominent figures like Jesus Christ.
“Why do the same thing as me? What is up? Then I realized, bro, like people follow Jesus, why? Because he was great. As a Christian man, why are you angry if they’re following you? If you’re doing something good, with good intention, this should be a positive thing,”Hall elaborated.
Social Media Reactions to Ashton Hall’s Claims
The reaction on social media has been mixed, with numerous users sharing their thoughts on Hall’s comparison of himself to Jesus. For example, an Instagram user with the handle @tornado_in_paradise humorously commented:
“His voice don’t match his body,” the user wrote.
This sparked a wider discussion, leading many Instagram users to partake in light-hearted trolling of Hall and further commentary on his viral routine.
Deeper Insights from Hall on Leadership and Following
In response to the chaos surrounding his morning video, Hall expressed his journey of self-discovery, stating that it took him considerable time to understand his purpose of leading rather than merely following. He emphasized:
“So, that’s what I’m gonna do. When I see somebody following, I should be hyped. Now, I’m not perfect by any means. I used to get p*ssed off. The running videos, the ASMR workouts—I’m not going to act like I used to be a saint.”
“Coming from someone who’s been in your shoes, just know if people are doing what you’re doing after they see what you’re doing is working for you, you’re doing something right. Don’t let this upset you. This is the name of the game.”
Hall’s Engagement with Online Trolls
Concluding his thoughts, Hall transitioned from verbal criticism to a physical demonstration, showcasing his agility by leaping into the air and floating for four minutes—an apparent counter to online mockery of his morning practices. His caption read:
“The Morning routine. Easy routes don’t pay well, get up.”
He humorously referenced his signature moves, including the icy plunge, achieving 10,000 steps, and his banana peel facial treatment, among other elements of his eccentric routine.
Ashton Hall’s Rise in Popularity
Despite the controversy, Ashton Hall has established a thriving online presence, currently boasting over 8.9 million followers on Instagram and 4.8 million on TikTok. In his early February post about his morning routine, he noted:
“Day 191 of the morning routine that changed my life. 3:50 am to 9:30 am… If you’re dealing with a weak mind, bad decisions, or lack of productivity, go to sleep early. 4:00 am – 8:00 am, when no one distracts you, they are sleeping… 8:00 am – 12:00 pm is the opposite. Just try 30 days.”
The footage illustrated Hall’s eclectic practices, from ice baths to gym workouts, mouth-taping, meditation, and moments of levitation, positioning him as a distinctive figure in the wellness community.
Previously a football player for Alcorn State University in Mississippi, Ashton Hall has successfully transitioned to a role as a lifestyle and wellness coach, influencer, and entrepreneur.