Why You Should Work Out in the Morning

These days, the various health advantages associated with regular exercise are known to pretty

much everyone. It’s hard to go on the Internet or turn on the evening news without being greeted

by yet another study reaffirming that going to the gym, or simply engaging in some routine

exercise in the home, will improve cardiovascular health, reduce fat levels, and confer a number

of other life-extending benefits.

Even so, many people complain about the difficulty of finding the time for an adequate exercise

routine. It’s not as difficult as they think, however—all it takes is a 15-minute routine in the early

morning to significantly improve your physical condition.

Benefits of Morning Exercise

A lot of us balk at the idea of forcing ourselves though an exercise routine in the morning, when

we’re still bleary-eyed and trying to shake off the doldrums, but there are multiple reasons why

this is, in fact, the best possible time to get a little exercise.

You’re Less Likely to Skip a Morning Routine

It happens all the time: We promise ourselves that we’ll go to the gym after we leave the

office for the day, but as the hours tick by, that resolve steadily decreases. It may be that

the day’s activities were more strenuous than we expected, or that rush-hour traffic forced

us to sit on the highway for an extended period of time, or that we simply found ourselves

wearier in the evening than we expected. In any event, we eventually lack the resolve to

do anything after work that doesn’t involve sitting in front of the computer. Getting your

exercise in the morning takes away these potential excuses for forcing yourself to do it

before anything else happens.

Morning Exercise Prepares You for the Day’s Activities

Many of us are in the habit of staggering into the office still half-asleep, and it takes a cup

of coffee or two before we’re properly geared up for the day. Instead of reaching for

artificial stimulants, you can wake yourself up in a natural, healthy manner by simply

doing an exercise routine in the morning. It will give you an endorphin boost to prime the

body and mind for what needs to be done later on.

Gyms Are Less Crowded in the Morning

No further explanation necessary. If your exercise routine takes you to the gym, you’re

more likely to have access to the equipment you want when there are fewer people

around.

Your Evenings Are Available for Other Activities

Our favorite recreational activities—like socializing with friends or going to the

movies—tend to happen later in the day. Getting your exercise in the morning means this

routine will not conflict with your other undertakings.

Hormone Levels Are Elevated

Hormones involved in muscle growth and maintenance, like testosterone, tend to peak in

the mornings.

Types of Exercises

Bear in mind that your exercise routine doesn’t have to involve traveling to a gym. You can get

some quality morning exercise closer to home. Here are some simple, common calorie-burning

activities that virtually anyone can perform (figures assume 30 minutes of activity):

Stretching: 90 calories

Light weight training: 110 calories

Walking: 140 calories

Bicycling (moderate): 145 calories

Playing basketball: 220 calories 1

The simple fact is that it’s not difficult to get an adequate amount of exercise at the beginning of

the day, and this activity will pay off in the long run.

Summary

Light-to-moderate exercise in the mornings provides a number of valuable health and lifestyle

benefits, such as increased energy early in the day and easier scheduling of other recreational

activities.

Company Bio

Established in 1996, Promax Nutrition produces an assortment of gluten-free protein bars

designed to enable today's physically active, health-conscious consumer reach their fitness goals.

The company's product line includes the Promax Pro Series, Lower Sugar, and Carb Sense bars.