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When can you get the most out of your exercise efforts?
For instance, exercise timing could matter if you’re trying to maximize cardio health rather than weight loss.
It is mostly affected by light and dark.
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External factors, including exercise, can alter it, which can have positive or negative impacts on health.
Morning exercise can be easier to plan and you’re less likely to be interrupted.
They help your mood and pave the way for you to feel pleasure and happiness.
You may have heard about exercise andendorphins, hormones that are also linked to experiencing pleasure.
Exercise can also help you fall asleep more easily and wake up less often during the night.
Supports Weight Loss
Regular morning exercise could help you manage body weight in several ways.
The connection between weight loss and different forms of exercise and times to exercise is still being researched.
Lowers Blood Pressure
If you’re concerned abouthigh blood pressure, morning exercise could help lower it.
Sex may also be a factor in exercise timing and blood pressure.
Possible Downsides
Morning exercise also has potential drawbacks.
If you’ve had a tough day, exercise is a great stress reliever.
As little as 20 or 30 minutes of aerobic exercise can change your mindset.
Exercise affects hormones that control neurotransmitters in the brain that help determine mood, including serotonin and dopamine.
The time of day you work out may affect your gains, but you’ll benefit regardless.
What really matters is finding a time that works for you and fits your needs and schedule.
Determine your goals and stick to your routine.
It can take months to form a habit, but it starts with one day.
When determining your exercise routine, keep your goals, commitments, and general health in mind.
Then, stick with it to optimize the many benefits of working out.
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