Have you been thinking about hitting the gym but have been putting it off? Or maybe you know you should go to the gym, but you just can’t seem to make yourself do it? No matter the reason you’re stalling, the time to make it to the gym is now. There are many benefits to going and getting active. Regular exercise can help reduce the risk of chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease, for starters. Also, exercise can improve sleep quality and mood, which are vital to your overall health. And, of course, regular physical activity can help your body weight.
Getting in shape is hard enough, but getting started can be daunting. If you’re feeling intimidated or nervous about joining a gym, you’re not alone. It’s natural to feel nervous or uncomfortable when it comes to trying out a new fitness regimen. But the fact is that gyms can be a great resource for meeting new people and becoming physically fit.
The Case for Working Out in the Morning
Most people think working out is just for the health and fitness buffs who love to spend all day sweating it out at their gym. But working out in the morning can be a great way to start your day.
It’s no secret to anyone who works out regularly that working out in the morning is the best way to start the day. Just think about it – if you wake up and you get your workout out of the way, then the rest of the day is yours. There is no excuse not to get your workouts in—the first thing you have to do is drag yourself out of bed, give the dog his walk, feed the cat, have breakfast, do your morning stretches, and prepare yourself mentally for the day.
The Benefits of working out in the morning
Many people believe that working out is counterproductive or dangerous if you exercise in the morning. But recent studies have shown that a morning workout helps boost our metabolisms, giving us a lasting boost to our overall energy levels. Additionally, people who exercise in the morning can exercise longer since they aren’t as tired or as sore at the end of the day.
The Case of Working Out for Sweating in the Afternoon, or Night
There’s a reason that the phrase “sweating like a pig” became popular; it was finally revealed that people with greater muscle mass burned more calories and fat throughout the day. However, more muscle doesn’t always mean more weight loss. A study from Stanford University found that even though more muscle burns more calories, it doesn’t necessarily lead to weight loss. But, as you might have guessed, some exercises can help increase your muscle mass.
The Benefits of working out in the Afternoon or at Night
It’s generally recommended that you exercise in the morning before you eat breakfast because most people wake up hungry. But according to some of the studies done to find out what the best time is to work out, the time of day doesn’t matter as much as the intensity. While doing some light cardio in the morning may help with weight loss, it may not produce the same results for muscle-building if your workout is too light. However, if you work out in the evening, your muscles will be less likely to repair themselves overnight, so your body will burn the calories you used during the day to build muscle tissue.
Being in shape is a goal most of us strive to achieve. For many, that means hitting the gym regularly to become stronger, fitter, and more muscular. But working out can feel like a chore sometimes. (Who has time to do it?) Fortunately, you don’t have to devote hours working out to reap the benefits. It’s recommended to exercise for just 20 minutes a day to see results—and it can help keep you motivated.