When is the best time of day to work out? There are pros and cons to morning, afternoon and evening. But most important is consistency. Weight-loss physician Dr. Sue Decotiis says, "What I tell my patients is work out when you can." But if you have some flexibility ...
- Morning exercise can help boost your metabolism and jump-start your day.
- Afternoon exercise is good for intense workouts because your body temperature and muscle flexibility are better.
- Evening exercise can help relieve stress – as long as it's not too close to bedtime.
- And even if you can't set aside a block of time to exercise on certain days, "micro-workouts" like taking the stairs or simply getting up from your desk can make a difference.
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