Did you know that choosing the right time to exercise can be the key to achieving your fitness goals? Let's take a look at what science says about the best time to exercise.
Why should you practice at the same time every day? And does it matter what time you practice? MedicineNet's Lou Schuler points out that for most people, the best time to exercise is when they can. But did you know that the time you exercise can affect your results? Research conducted at Skidmore College suggests that exercise timing can be crucial.
In women, it was observed that morning exercise leads to greater fat loss, while evening exercise increases upper body strength and endurance. Men who exercised in the evening had lower blood pressure and less fatigue.
Exercise also affects sleep quality. Exercising regularly at the same time of day helps regulate the body's circadian rhythms, which makes it easier to fall asleep and sleep more deeply. As the strongest regulator of our internal clock, the sun additionally supports the effectiveness of outdoor exercise.
Why should you practice at the same time every day?
Additionally, new research conducted at the University of Manchester, shows that exercising at the same time every day has specific health benefits. Exercise can reset local body clocks, especially in the joints and spine. If this reset happens at the same time every day, the local body times can stay better aligned with the master body time.
The best time to exercise is when you can exercise, but to achieve certain goals, it may be better to choose a specific time. Whether it's reducing body fat, improving strength, or regulating blood pressure, the timing of your exercise can play an important role. So if you have a specific goal, it might not be a bad idea to adjust your exercise schedule.
