Good ol’ Ben Franklin said it best when he said ‘Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.’ And it is true for many morning people – they are more productive and energized than those who are, well, less of morning people. Individuals who are in the habit of a regular morning routine that involves exercise can expect to reap some great benefits.
Waking up and doing 20 to 30 minute workouts each day can help to rev up your metabolism as well as give your body a rush of endorphins, which can boost your mood and set a more positive tone for your day. Morning exercise not only helps to burn fat but can help you to feel more accomplished, less stressed and happier. Here’s more information.
Morning Exercise Benefits
Helps to Set the Tone for Your Day
When you get up in the morning fighting to get motivated to move, you may struggle with that feeling for the rest of the day. But when you get up and exercise before much of the rest of the world, you will likely feel better and more motivated.
While you are at it, think about the many other things you can get a head start on and accomplish before everyone else gets up for the day. You can make more healthy fat burning food choices, including a healthy breakfast, spend time meditating and take some time to mentally prepare for the remainder of your day.
Gives You More Quality Time
By waking up before the sun rises and knocking your daily workout out early, you can afford more time later in the day to spend time with friends and family.
Rather than racing out of the door in the mornings, you can spend time with your family before you each head your separate ways.
Morning workouts also open up your post-work schedule to spend with friends and family rather than having to cancel because you need to go to the gym as a result of oversleeping.
Reduces Stress
Let’s face it – life can be stressful. From deadlines to raising kids to the stress of everything else that life throws at you, anxious moments are not uncommon. Morning workouts can help to take a little of the edge off, easing daily stress levels as well as lowering your overall blood pressure. Even a mere 10 minutes of daily exercise can offer mood-lifting benefits according to studies.
Enables You to Accomplish Your List of Things to Do
The earlier you wake up, the more time you have to take on what the day has for you. Knocking your workout first thing is wise for many reasons but if for no other, it ensures that you get it done. Have you ever been too tired at the end of the day and skipped a workout? It is less likely for you to skip out on your fitness routine if you tackle it in the morning.
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