Have you ever wondered what the best time to exercise is? Is it early in the morning, after lunch, or before you go to sleep? When is the best time to burn the most calories?
Most people believe that the best time to exercise is as early as possible. They think they need to force themselves to get out of bed and hit the gym even if their eyes are half-closed. However, did you know that if you work out in the evening your body recovery is much better than working out in the morning?
Mornings are a good time to exercise mainly because you feel energetic throughout the day and you get done with your workout first thing in the morning leaving you to be stress-free throughout the day. Keep low-intensity workouts in the morning so you don’t overtire your body.
Evenings are the best time for a high-intensity workout. In the later hours of the afternoon, the body’s blood pressure and heart rate are lowest. This decreases the chances of injuries to the body and improves performance. A workout in the evening also relaxes the body and leads to better sleep especially if you add weight lifting to your workout routine.
Overall it depends on the schedule you are following and where you can fit your exercise routine. Whether morning or evening, exercising every day has numerous benefits to the body both physically and mentally. Instead of focusing on the best time to work out the focus should be on keeping consistent and meeting your workout goals every day.
