BENEFITS OF A MORNING WORKOUT ROUTINE

A morning workout is an excellent way to start the day but, for many of us, who aren’t early birds, waking up early is a constant battle with the snooze button. As a result, most of us work out after work, either in the afternoon or evening. Even when we have a day off, we rarely exercise in the morning. However, there are numerous benefits to a morning training session!
1. EXERCISING IN THE MORNING WILL KEEP YOU ENERGIZED FOR THE DAY.
If you schedule your work out for the morning, not only does it help you to get your fitness needs completed early, but it will also improve your energy levels, focus, and mental abilities all day long. What’s more, exercising in the morning can help reduce fatigue, relieve stress, lower your blood pressure, and oxygenate your brain. Research shows that just 10 minutes of exercise can effectively improve your mood and energy levels for the entire day.
2. WITH THE MORNING START-UP, YOU IMPROVE YOUR MIND.
Endorphins are produced by our body during states of heightened stimulation such as exercise. They are natural stressbusters, mood-boosters, and help increase brain function. This state of well-being can last throughout the day. So, by working out earlier, you set yourself up to feel healthier, happier and are better prepared to tackle the day ahead.
3. MORNING EXERCISE WILL REGULATE YOUR BIOLOGICAL CLOCK.
Getting into the habit of waking up early can be challenging, but if you persist, you can revolutionize your mornings and make your workout a regular and enjoyable part of your daily routine. Morning exercise might also be just what you need to get a full night’s sleep, as early morning exercise has been shown to help increase deep sleep and reduce the number of times you wake up in the night.
4. FASTER METABOLISM
A major benefit of a morning workout is to activate metabolic processes. In the morning, our muscle and liver glycogen stores are low, as well as our blood sugar levels. Therefore, during your morning workout, your body will be more inclined to burn fat. So, if you’re looking to lose weight, morning exercise may be a great way to achieve this.
5. SMALLER APPETITE
Morning exercise regulates appetite, which is also a very important motivator for anyone who is wanting to lose weight. Firstly, exercise reduces our craving for heavy meals. Secondly, it has a psychological effect, as after morning exercise, we simply don't want to waste its effects and our brain has been shown to respond to food cues differently. We eat lighter and we select our meals more consciously.
6. MORNING EXERCISES MAY BE MORE EFFECTIVE.
As the day goes on, we may feel fatigued and less motivated to exercise. Your day may also not go exactly to plan, and you may run into obstacles or responsibilities that now mean you don’t have time to work out. Even if you do workout, rushing your training session may be less enjoyable and effective. Therefore, by scheduling your workout for first thing in the morning, the more likely it is you will actually do it, get into a manageable routine, and still have time for whatever the day may throw at you.
SUMMARY:
Morning training not only has numerous health benefits but also allows you to better organise and manage your day. By not hitting that snooze button and making the commitment to get up earlier and exercise, however light or intense your workout may be, you can start the day in a better mood, with increased energy, and are more likely to eat healthily and stay active throughout the day.
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