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Post by -‰KillerStyle‰- on Aug 3, 2006 4:21:48 GMT -5
Is it better to work out in the morning, afternoon or after supper?
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dee__x
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Post by dee__x on Aug 3, 2006 4:33:24 GMT -5
My mother works out in the morning, but that might just be her only available time slot *shugs* I'm not sure to be honest Katie :/
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Post by -‰KillerStyle‰- on Aug 3, 2006 5:59:24 GMT -5
Usually I work out at night I started to work out at night because this was my thinking.
"Eat all day, Burn it off, Sleep"
I could be wrong. I might work out morning and night? Arg I don't know.
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Post by ::Bittersweet Poet:: on Aug 3, 2006 6:36:08 GMT -5
I heard morning is the best time to work out. I'm not sure why though...
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Post by ¤Teen Vibe¤ on Aug 3, 2006 6:56:49 GMT -5
I'll admit I had to look this one up so here is what I gathered and hopefully you will find it useful. I'm glad you brought this up because I was wondering myself. I usually work out around 10 or 11pm. Anyways quotes from other sites....
"The best time to work out is the time that consistently fits into your schedule and enhances your day instead of disrupting it. There is no physiological benefit to working out at a particular time of day, so choose a time that you know you can stick with.
Some people have better luck getting their workout done in the morning, before they have time to make excuses for not doing it. Other people don't feel very motivated in the morning, or find that a workout is a great way to blow off the tension after work, so they choose to do their workouts in the evening. And still others have the luxury of being able to escape to a trail or gym at their lunch hour and get their exercise. So don't worry about what time of day you're getting your workout in, as long as you are getting it in.
One tip if you do switch to morning workouts, though, is to eat a small, carbohydrate-rich snack as soon as you wake up. Overnight, your body uses up almost all the carbohydrate stored in your liver, and this is your brain's primary source of blood sugar. A PowerBar and glass of orange juice, or a bagel and a piece of fruit will give you the carbohydrate you need to get through a high-quality morning workout. Afterwards, eat a normal breakfast, with plenty of whole grain carbohydrates, to replenish your energy and power the rest of your day."
"Working out before eating breakfast offers no additional or superior rewards. In general, any time you exercise, you'll raise your metabolism during the session and for some time afterwards. Studies have shown that the more intensely you exercise, the longer your metabolic rate stays raised. The magnitude and duration of this increase varies from person to person, and from workout to workout.
The belief that training on an empty stomach leads to increased fat burning is also not true. During exercise, muscles burn a combination of carbohydrate and fat. As one becomes more fit, his or her muscles utilize a greater percentage of fat for energy. "
"Rise and shine, my friend, because training in the morning definitely has its benefits. Let's start with the obvious ones.
First of all, training in the morning will free up the rest of your day, allowing you to focus on work and enjoy your evening activities.
By completing your workout early in the morning, you're also guaranteeing that you'll actually do it. My point is, after a long painful day at work, it's easier to make excuses or other plans in order to skip a workout. In the morning, your body and mind are fresh and ready to rock 'n' roll. Just remember that being disciplined is the key to staying fit, so start losing your snoozing habits.
As you may know, exercise increases mental acuity. By training in the morning, you'll wake up faster and be mentally alert at the crack of dawn. It'll also give you time to plan your day effectively before getting to work.
In addition, a good morning workout provides that rush of adrenaline and a sense of accomplishment that will stick with you throughout the day.
Finally, have you ever noticed how healthy you feel after a workout? And how you become turned off by greasy, unhealthy food? That said, training in the morning will force you to start watching what you eat from the first meal of the day. It will help regulate your appetite and set a "healthy mindset.""
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Post by -‰KillerStyle‰- on Aug 4, 2006 7:06:38 GMT -5
WOW that was REALLY helpful. Thanks!! I've been wondering about this forever!!!
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L.B
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Post by L.B on Aug 5, 2006 4:29:52 GMT -5
crazy I would of thought it would be in the morning.
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Post by Sparkle on Aug 5, 2006 7:53:36 GMT -5
I always work out in the morning- it makes me feel happy for the rest of the day, gets me going, and if I have a cold shower afterwars it makes me feel fit and fresh (heh, I sound like an advertisement). I agree with the excuses thing babycakes posted- I get tired by the end of the day.
Hope this int too late x x x
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