Workout: what is the best time to train? A study reveals the right stages for sport

There are those who prefer in the morning, and those on a lunch break. Or in the early afternoon, or at sunset: when do you spend time on training? Experts advise …

In the morning when you wake up, in the afternoon in full swing or in the evening after work? Here is the best time to train, science also tells us with the advice of our experts. The time we spend on our favorite sporting activity is often caught between family and work commitments. To better understand what is the best time of day to train, we can rely on cronobiologia. It is in fact the medical science that studies the biorhythms of our organism in the different phases of the day and night.

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The early bird catches the worm… is the time of day when the body needs some time to “fuel”, the heart rate and body temperature are in fact lower and the muscles more numb. Better to engage in soft activities that require concentration such as stretching, yoga and muscle awakening. Also perfect meditation to find the right “energy charge”.

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Before or after breakfast? According to some studies such as the one conducted by the University of Bath (UK), exercising before breakfast would help burn more excess fat and produce more serotonin the hormone of happiness (also read about foods that improve mood). Better not to go overboard with too demanding workouts.

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Sample breakfast… (read also a day with Leonardo Fioravanti, here’s what the surf champion eats ): a good breakfast is essential to start the day well. In a healthy and balanced meal, a protein quota (milk or yogurt) must never be missing. Yes also to carbohydrates, better if integrals (like cereals or rusks). Finally excellent fruit that has a central role hydration body.

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Afternoon and evening: are the ideal moments for the high concentration and the higher production of adrenalin. In this time slot all sports that require a high amount of coordination and intense effort are perfect. In the evening, the blood pressure tends to decrease and our body prepares to “recharge the batteries”.

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Finally, banned sporting activities in the late evening, it can cause difficulties in relaxation and problems with insomnia… better to opt for a hot herbal tea in winter (or fresh ready in summer).

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