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TOPIC: Morning vs Evening Workouts Question

Created by: frnznluvers2 Original Starting post for this thread:
(I apologize in advance if this topic has already been discussed here...but I couldn't find anything). I am looking to change my workout schedule. I currently workout in the evenings and spend about and hour and a half in the gym... approximately 20-30 minutes on weights and 45 minutes on cardio..the remainder being spent on stretching, warm up and cool down. I would like to start working out in the morning before work. My question is, is it ok for me to do this first thing in the morning because I would be starting to exercise shortly after waking and probably would be doing so on an empty stomach (I cannot eat soon after waking up and will not have the time to fully wake up and eat before starting to workout). Also, what are the pro's/con's of working out in the a.m. vs. p.m.?

Created by: frnznluvers2
Original Starting post for this thread:

(I apologize in advance if this topic has already been discussed here...but I couldn't find anything).   I am looking to change my workout schedule.  I currently workout in the evenings and spend about and hour and a half in the gym... approximately 20-30 minutes on weights and 45 minutes on cardio..the remainder being spent on stretching, warm up and cool down.   I would like to start working out in the morning before work. My question is, is it ok for me to do this first thing in the morning because I would be starting to exercise shortly after waking and probably would be doing so on an empty stomach (I cannot eat soon after waking up and will not have the time to fully wake up and eat before starting to workout). Also, what are the pro's/con's of working out in the a.m. vs. p.m.?

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User Details are only visible to members.	Mr B and I are starting p90x in the mornings again and find that half of a protein drink and some water before we work out helps with the energy dip. We are sure to drink water throughout the entire work out, and follow up with egg white and spinach and cheese omelettes and whole grain toast. We tried the diet program and it was too strict for our will power (Lol!) so we just cut out soda and sugary snacks and eat, healthy, well portioned foods. Best wishes!
Millington TN			Username hidden (169 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	We both workout in the morning before work. There are fewer people in the gym, more energy (once you wake up!), and the events of the day cannot get in the way or give you an excuse not to hit the gym. For maintaining weight or losing weight mornings are very effective as you do dip into your energy reserves since you have been fasting overnight. For building muscle mornings can be tougher because most of us cannot eat what we would need before the workout.
Hermitage TN			Username hidden (1 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	Remember, safety if you're exercising outside in the early morning! Don't wear head phones (be able to hear and aware of your surroundings). Carry some pepper spray. Also make sure you wear clothing that can be seen by drivers, or take along a small flash light. We have had a number of women killed here jogging in the morning! I'm not much of a morning person when I first wake up. Always in a rush to get to work ontime! So, I have to do my Pilate's/Barre classes after work. Hopefully when I retire, I can go do them in the morning, after my coffee and waking up!
Cocoa FL			Username hidden (108 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	I read a study which suggested that working out first thing in the morning can be very efficient, since your body has been fasting overnight and has to dig into stored carbs for energy. Once I read that, I started going for my bike rides early in the AM, just before breakfast. I would be lying if I didn't say I saw good results from the change.
Modesto CA			Username hidden (133 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	morning or night is totally your choice... and choosing either one shouldnt someting that hurts your work out... example if you looking to add muscle but cant eat in am, it may be harder to reach your goal if you miss a meal to gain a work out... make sence? either time has its advantages, am for men and woman close as possible to your wake time... this is the most anabolic of men, that equals more muscle. and for both, their wake time is the closet to the highest levels of human growth... i personally prefer evenings,,, mostly cuz less ppl r there... so know one is in my way. hope that helps about wake time...
Rochester NY			Username hidden (28 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	Im no Kenyan but I do believe the record for 26.2 miles is just over 2 hrs. Us semi competitve runners knock out half marathons in under an hour and a half. Why does that seem "impossible to believe"...
Livonia MI			Username hidden (43 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	There are no cons about your schedule. You workout when you prefer to or can workout. Just make sure you eat immediately after to restabilize blood sugar and repair. You also dont need to be spending that much time. Your body stretches during the activities (dynamically) and as long as you do a cardio warmup (form a bead of sweat) you are safe to put your body under stress. The harder you go the less time you have to spend in the gym. Unless you like hanging out there. Your base calories will burn higher when improving performance period. Spending more time in the gym doesnt guarantee a greater calorie burn. Unless its marathon or traithalon training your wasting your time.
Livonia MI			Username hidden (43 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	I only workout now 30minutes-hour of waking up ...it just fits my schedule better and the biggest bonus is that i am not tired after a day of work and going to the gym with only partial the energy that i would in the mornings.
Fresno CA			Username hidden (6 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	I'm glad to see people making the effort to stay fit whether they're 27 or 57. For those in their 20s, I say look at your parents. I'm their age. My goals are a little different and for good reason. I'm not trying to stay young. But by making an effort to respect myself, I hope to age gracefully and have the physical freedom a healthy person enjoys. It isn't easy and bad habits are soooo hard to overcome. And we all know how little time there is in our lives. But when I go to the gym (yes, I'm part of the "wealthy class" who pays $10/month for a local membership), I'm continually motivated by looking at the effort put forth by others. I say again that whatever motivates you to exercise is a good thing. It also helps to have some kind of measurable goal with a reward if you make it. Maybe being fit helps you get women/men. Maybe you can place well in a competition. Maybe your blood pressure goes down enough so your medicine changes. Maybe you can wear a size you haven't worn in years. It's all good. But only YOU can do it and the sweat is very real.
Southington CT			Username hidden (325 post)

User Details are only visible to members.	You lie, like a cheap rug.
Colts Neck NJ			Username hidden (12182 post)

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