By Bruce Brazeal, ATC
Do you find yourself planning to wake up early in the morning to exercise but instead hitting snooze? Exercising in the morning has numerous benefits that can affect the rest of your day. For example, your body releases endorphins that create a positive feeling, reducing stress and anxiety. What a great way to start off the day.
Making exercises a part of your daily routine is important regardless of what time it happens. But here are 10 benefits to an early morning workout.
- Weight loss benefits are better.
- Trains you to eat better throughout the day.
- Build muscle more efficiently.
- Sleep better at night.
- Less likely to skip a workout.
- Better mood throughout the day.
- Places high priority on reaching your fitness goals.
- More focused during the day.
- Decrease blood pressure.
- Frees up time at the end of the day.
If you need more motivation to get up and moving in the morning, exercise with others. The Bone & Joint Institute at Hartford Hospital has wellness classes Monday through Friday. Taught by skilled professionals, these classes support all ages and fitness goals. For more information or to register, click here.
Hartford Healthcare Rehabilitation Network, a not-for-profit member of Hartford HealthCare, offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, sports medicine and health & wellness programs. Please call 860.696.2500 or click here for more information.