When is the best time to workout? In general, the best time is "any" time. But, if you're looking to maximize your time spent and burn the most fat, encourage healthier choices all day long, I suggest working out first thing in the morning. Being a busy mom of 2 young children, I don't like to waste 1 minute of time or energy for that matter. After 20 years in the health and fitness biz, I make sure and workout in the mornings. I like being active when I first wake up.
Why?
- If you're looking to lose fat (who isn't/) do cardiovascular exercise as soon as you get up, before you have breakfast. I love to get up and go for a 30-40 minute jog. Some studies show that up to 300% more fat is burned when cardio. is done in a fasted / depleted state. The reason for this is because all night you haven't eaten. You wake up with depleted glycogen and lower blood sugar / a good scenario for burning fat instead of carbs.
- Working out first thing in the morning, ensures you will get your workout in and done, before the day gets away from you.
- You will feel accomplished and productive early on in the day, which sets the positive tone for the day.
- You will rev your metabolism and burn calories more efficiently all day long.
- You will feel happier all day, due to releasing those "exercise / feel good / endorphins."
- The key to a successful workout routine is consistency. Working out in the a.m. means less chances of your not having the energy to workout or something else coming up.
