Everyone has different schedules so what time is best for one person is not ideal for someone else. Its what works for you individually.
If the only time you can commit to working out consistently is lunch time, for example, then thats the best time for you.
Majority of people with really busy schedules are usually more consistent working out first thisng in the morning, before they get to work. This time works because there is nothing competing with their time and fewer distractions. Because they are busy they need to have energy throughout the day and be in a better frame of mind, which working out in the morning will provide.
Your heart rate and metabolism is also raised therefore allowing you to burn more calories in the morning and throughout the day.
However, you do need to be more cautious working out at the time of the day. Because you have just woken up, your energy levels are lower and blood flow is at a slower pace. You are also more prone to injury because your muscles are still cold and stiff so a longer warm up period is important (usually between 5-10 minute warm up).
Working out later in the day works better for some people. If you are not a morning person at all and do not function well in the morning do not try to get your workout done then. You can get a good workout in the afternoon or evening, when you are more alert and awake. Your body temperature is higher in the afternoon so you can have a very effective workout at this time too.
You may also get a second wind of energy after working out so you dont want to exercise too late as this will affect your sleep patterns.
The key is to become consistent with your workouts. Find a time thats works best for you where you are able to commit to working out at least 2 or 3 times a week, usually aroudn the same time, so it is easier for you to develop good exercise habits that you can stick to.
Brionne, what are your thoughts on working out late at night at like 9:00/9:30?? I find that I enjoy going to gym when its not that busy...but by that time I have already had dinner??
ReplyDeleteHi NuNuZa,
ReplyDeleteIf this is the time that best works for you, then yes it is ok to workout at this time. What time do you have dinner? Ideally you want to eat an hour and a half to two hours before you workout.
Working out usually energizes you, therefore if you need to be asleep shortly after you are done exercising then it would be advisable to workout earlier.
A time - whether it be morning or evening - that best suits your schedule where you are able to consistently go to the gym is part of developing a good routine where you are able to progress and see results.
Hope this helps,
Brionnie
Me, every time I can, I see to it I exercise int he morning.
ReplyDeleteMy friend to me that jogging or following my fitness cards first thing int he morning is for the best since my body will burn the calories I have accumulated from previous day's eat.
If I do that everyday, I think, it will help me avoid fat accumulation.
Do you think that's logical?
BEtty