How About Those Morning Workouts!

Lauren--

When I had a club membership (long story there) I used to get up and be at the gym between 4:30 and 5 a.m. (sometimes earlier). For me, it was partly embarrassment for being so out of shape (and I don't mean, oh I went from a Size 2 to a Size 4 out-of-shape:)). I must say, I was really surprised, but the morning workout DID energize me for the whole day. I'd get a little draggy about lunch time on occasion (if there had been a really long day the day before or something), so I made sure to eat a high energy lunch and would be good to go until that night.

Also--by going early you will probably find you have your pick of machines (instead of having to wait) and have a more effective workout (since you don't have long breaks between types of workouts).

Okay--so now this has motivated ME to get back "in the saddle" myself. I think I'll start it again tomorrow! :)

Good luck!

Hi Lauren!

I used to work out in the evenings because that's when I felt the most energized. I am not a morning person!

However, I learned that doing lighter aerobic exercise BEFORE I eat breakfast, I am burning STORED fat cells. I found that I was much more energized throughout the day. However, I did get tired around late afternoon. I started making sure I was eating every two hours; breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner. Of course I made sure I was eating healthy, energizing snacks. That way, I alsways had energy to keep going. I hardly ever feel tired anymore.

I still workout in the evenings on top of my morning workout. But it's mainly toning and weights, not so much aerobic. It's working for me, and my son, now that I have the energy to keep up with him!!

Good luck!!

Lauren,
I have done both and although it is harder to get started in the early AM, I loved it. I am a morning person so it always gave me a real boost. Now because of my hectic lifestyle with 2 young children and working full time I typically run around the house like a chicken with its head cut off in the mornings (still gets me pumped up ) and try to walk in the evenings after dinner.
Sorry about your heart break- keep your chin up. Who know maybe a new romance will come yor way during your work-outs! Good luck

I get up at 5:30 and go walking, come home and do pilates and my Dyno bands. I will admit when that alarm clock goes off I don't want to get out of bed. But I know that the feeling by 7 am is amazing if i just get up and do it. I have lost 70 lbs. I feel amazing and look it too. I still have toning to do and high goals for myself, but I am soooo close. And then all I have to do is work the rest of my life to maintain that. It is a life change. Any life change may wipe you out at first, but a month into it and the perks for getting up and getting to the gym are well worth it. I have been able to discipline myself at home to workout. I now get up and do my morning workout and when the kids go to bed I even end my day with a 4 mile walk or ride on my stationary bike. Being healthy has so many benefits to yourself and everyone you come in contact with. Endorphins are awesome things.

I find that around 10 I will feel just a little tired. I eat an apple or a handful of nuts or raisins and it quickly wears off.

I eat all natural foods. Super foods will make you feel the best. I drink water, milk and green tea. I am very mindful of making sure I don't eat or drink empty calories.

This works for me. I hope you find something that works for you.

Be sure to switch things up a little from time to time so you don't get bored with it or you will lose motivation.

Good luck

I love working out at night. I try not to get too hyper close to bed time though. I've never worked out in the morning other than walking the dog and lately I just put him out in the yard... Hey, maybe when the baby starts sleeping through the night! : )