June 6 , 2024 The Beacon • 35
Making the switch to workouts early in the morning
One of the common complaints among people who want to be more active is that they can ’ t seem to fit exercise in when work , school or family responsibilities get top billing . According to the Better Health Channel , lack of time is a common perceived barrier to physical activity , with men age 30 to 50 saying they are typically too busy with work and family commitments to exercise regularly . And when leisure time is limited , they ’ d much rather choose recreational activities over heading to the gym .
There are many ways to make exercise fit into a busy schedule , and one of them is to switch when you exercise . Opting for early-morning workouts can free up time later in the day . Plus , there are some benefits to getting a fitness fix in while the sun is rising . Get started with these tips .
Skip afternoon caffeine , evening alcohol
Getting up early to exercise will likely require
an adjustment period . One way to make it easier to rise and shine a few hours earlier is to limit behaviors that can make it hard to get out of bed . Coffee and other caffeinated products can make it challenging to fall asleep at night if consumed too late in the day . Alcoholic beverages , while they may cause you to fall asleep faster , adversely affect sleep quality . When sleep is compromised , you may be more inclined to hit the snooze button .
Gradually move your wake-up time
Progressing slowly by waking up about 15 minutes earlier each week can help you achieve your goal without it being a big shock to the system . As you build up to the new wake-up time , fit in short workouts in this newly acquired free time .
Consider a home gym setup
If the thought of venturing out to a gym or another facility in the wee hours of the morning his unappealing , think about outfitting a space in your home with workout equipment . Doing so may facilitate an early fitness routine .
Prepare workout gear the night before
The lifestyle experts at Real Simple suggest laying out workout gear and other items needed for the day the night before . This way you can get up and out quickly without forgetting things .
Enlist a buddy to exercise as well
Having someone to whom you are accountable can help keep early workouts on the docket . A workout pal can motivate you to get exercise in , and you can do the same for your partner . If someone is counting on you , you ’ ll be less likely to skip a workout .
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There are benefits to early workouts . Many who exercise early report greater overall energy and focus throughout the day as well .
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