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can! However, research on circadian rhythms (your body's
internal clock) indicate that the summation of several important
(anabolic) hormones peak at 3 and 11 hours upon awakening. What
does that mean in plain english? Well, according to science, if
you wake up at 6:00 am, you are at your strongest at 9:00 am and
5:00 pm. And, according to Olympic Strength Coach Charles
Poliquin*, your joints (specifically, the synovial fluid that
lubricates your joints) require about 3 hours to reach an
optimal level of warmth which will help improve performance
while decreasing the likelihood of injury. Also, some people
require a meal before training (remember to allow at least 1
hour for digestion) to maintain adequate energy levels
throughout their workout particularly in the morning; others
don't. However, there is a difference between ideal conditions
and reality!
Reality dictates that we train when we can regardless of what
time it is. The important part is to get your workout in.
Today's lifestyle is quite busy and hectic. Many people have a
tendency to jeopardize their workouts later in the day because
other priorities get in the way. For these individuals, I
suggest working out first thing in the morning and getting it
out of the way. Actually, some authorities believe that training
first thing in the morning on an empty stomach will facilitate
weight loss. Greg Landry is an Exercise Physiologist who highly
recommends exercise in the morning for the following reasons
(for more information send a blank email to Morning@Landry.com
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* 90% of people exercise consistently in the morning * elevates
metabolism and makes you feel energized all day long * helps to
regulate appetite * makes it easier to wake up; hormones and
metabolism elevate while you sleep to prepare your body for
exercise * mental acuity is increased for 4-10 hours after
exercise
While others believe that you should train at night because your
strength will be higher since you have eaten during the day and
energy levels should be elevated. Although, I would caution late
night workouts as they may adversely affect sleep.
According to the opinion of Dr. Ann de Wees Allen, a Board
Certified Doctor of Naturopathy, the above question should be
rephrased: Are you a morning or night person? It's really that
simple. She believes that we respond better during certain
periods of the day and those are the times that we should train.
As stated above, this reflects our circadian rhythm - something
that we are born with and cannot change. Subsequently, there
will be times during the day that we are the strongest. This
does not happen by chance. You must recognize those times and
use them to your advantage. So, the answer, in her opinion, will
How To Train Your Dog In Five Easy StepsHave you noticed that being around a dog that is trained is
lovely to be around?
Dogs that are trained are less likely to jump up on people, and
are less at risk of biting someone. Their manners are very calm
in nature and don t get distracted in most environments. It is
important to train your dog with the goal to teach them
limitations, thus making them more relaxed around humans. On the
internet there are so many hundreds of dog training programs and
as many professional dog trainers. However, it is hard to tell
which are professional and which give real value to training
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have a big impact on your performance. Does it mean that you
can't workout at other times? No! But, it is a good idea to
train at the same time each workout if possible - your body will
naturally adjust to that time and prepare itself. If you are
forced to change your workout time ,though, to accommodate your
schedule, then allow 3 weeks for your body to get used to the
new time (especially if you are unaccustomed to training first
thing in the morning.) It usually takes about 3 weeks to form a
habit. Whatever you decide ... just make sure to train!
*Poliquin, C. "Question Of Strength." Golden, CO: Muscle Media
2000, Inc. December, 1996. (pg. 58)
About the author:
John Paul Catanzaro is a certified kinesiologist and
professional fitness and lifestyle consultant with a specialized
honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Health
Science. He owns and operates a private gym in Toronto, Ontario
providing training and nutritional consulting services. For
additional information, visit his website at http://www.BodyEssence.ca
or call 416-292-4356.
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