Everyone has their own opinion about what time is best to train, some people think it is in the morning while others think it is better at night.
Afternoon or morning? It really is a difficult question to answer, since they include many factors and even today it still cannot be answered clearly, for this reason we will let you know the pros and cons that these two options can have. This way you can choose the best one for you.
What are the consequences of training in the mornings?
1. Help clear your mind and you will have more time the rest of the day
If you train in the morning your mind will be clearer and you will start your day with better spirits, since when you do physical activity you produce endorphins , which reduce pain and anxiety. This helps you improve your mood. Also start early in the morning, you are free the rest of the day to be able to carry out all the activities that you have on your agenda.
2. Your body is rested
When you sleep, your body recovers from all the work you had throughout the day and prepares it for the next day. Your muscles in turn are also repaired during sleep, in this way the next day you are ready to be able to train without fatigue. This also depends on the quality of sleep you have. Try to get 7-9 hours of sleep at night and make sure to turn off all electronic devices at least an hour before sleeping.
3. You may not perform well during training and the rest of the day
No matter how hard you try to train in the morning, there are several people who do not adapt to training on that schedule. If you are one of those people who gets up late, getting out of bed early is not feasible. If you can’t give 100% in your morning workouts, better find another time of day that is better for you.
What are the consequences of training in the afternoon or at night?
1. You are much more awake and ready to go
While you only had breakfast in the morning, in the afternoon you will have consumed other meals, in this way you will have enough energy to carry out your workouts with greater motivation. Many people feel like they have more energy when they work late, and this could be because their strength and endurance levels are highest between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM .
2. Helps you de-stress
Training in the morning may help you feel relaxed, however remember that you are just starting your day. If you’ve had a particularly stressful day, training in the afternoon will help clear your mind.
3. You may not sleep well
By exposing your body to intense workouts an hour before going to bed, you can cause an alteration at bedtime, which could have consequences for the next day, since you will feel exhausted.
Conclution
Recent research reveals that both morning and evening training are correct postures. You should also keep in mind that each organism works in different ways. Therefore, it is best if you train based on your availability and your personal preferences.
Reference
- BodyRock, Morning Workouts VS Night Workouts: Which is Best? For Bodyrock [Revised December 2015]
