when is prob the best time to workout?

deathsentance · 07-02-2007, 04:37 PM

ive heard alot of different things

**DJSTARER** · 07-02-2007, 05:28 PM

this will get moved to the training section soon by a mod.

the reason you've heard all different information is because it varies from person to person. Here are the facts:

T level are higher in the morning
Cortisol levels are higher in the morning
Glycogen levels are lower in the morning
Free flowing glucose (blood sugar) are lower in the morning

Beyond those points, it's all dependent on you're schedule, how u feel during the day, and your goals.

Here are my thoughts: I train in the evening when I'm trying to gain mass and strength. I do this because I am very alert, I will have eaten 2000-3000 kcals by that point, and I just feel more energetic at night.

I'll train early on occasion when I'm dieting, just because it aids in fat burn a bit more. Even then though, I don't look to my training for fat loss very much. Diet will take care of 95% of that.

**DarkFalcon** · 07-03-2007, 05:38 AM

Like DJ said there really isn't a perfect time except what feels right to you. I'm weak and tired in the mornings but strong at night so evenings are best for me.

Dvst8or · 07-05-2007, 01:24 AM

I currently train in the evenings as well, for the same reasons as DJ. But I have the feeling that I am going to need to switch to a morning routine because my evenings will start getting hectic and unpredictable in the near future. What are some recommendations for pre-workout nutrition for lifting in the morning?

Brian

deathsentance · 07-05-2007, 01:29 AM

thanks guys. dj thanks for the facts ill have to keep that in mind

**DJSTARER** · 07-05-2007, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dvst8or

I currently train in the evenings as well, for the same reasons as DJ. But I have the feeling that I am going to need to switch to a morning routine because my evenings will start getting hectic and unpredictable in the near future. What are some recommendations for pre-workout nutrition for lifting in the morning?

Brian

well, i'm sure PMan will chime in after I post this, (

and I hope you do in order to give another perspective) but as far as I'm concerned, a moderate amount of sugar+BCAA+fave energy supp is the best protocal for early training. Complex carbs cause more blood to leave your extremities, and focus on your digestive track to assist in metabolic functions. Sugars, on the other hand, are easily digested, and when the amount (g) are kept to a reasonable amount (about 40-50g), the "crash" which people so often rave about is non-existent. It also helps to consume the first half of the sugar as soon as you wake up, while sipping through the rest of it as you enter the gym and train.

Those are my 2cents, but a heap load of BBing tradition says otherwise. Whatever you choose to do, BCAA are going to be a MUST. No one will dispute that.

**davtown** · 08-09-2007, 04:47 AM

I recall Franco Columbu saying that the early afternoon was the best time to train.... around 1 or 2 PM. I never heard actual reasoning for this but for me I have found that more often than not, it is definitely the best time.

If your schedule allows, play around and find when you enjoy training the most. I train morning, afternoon, and night.... just depends on my schedule and/or how I'm feeling that day.

**haiz69** · 08-09-2007, 03:09 PM

I like working out from 3-7 PM.

**DJSTARER** · 08-09-2007, 09:37 PM

4 hour workouts: healthy

just kidding, I understand what ur saying. I like the same time frame. Like 4-8 for me

**Midnight_Lifter** · 08-10-2007, 01:18 AM

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Jordan×core · 08-13-2007, 06:59 PM

I go around 6 or 7 P.M.

Its when I can relax after school a bit and wind down and its also when I get off of work.

I feel good at that time because not many people are there.

**romanaz** · 08-13-2007, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by DJSTARER

4 hour workouts: healthy

just kidding, I understand what ur saying. I like the same time frame. Like 4-8 for me

marathon sessions, best way to ensure you'll be sore as **** the next day

**bigDman** · 08-14-2007, 09:02 PM

I like working out at night. I have more energy and usally after I lift I just want to sleep and eat. Stuart McGill says not to lift right when you wake up (he recommends waiting approximately 2 hours) due to fluid build up in the spine from sleeping

**Midnight_Lifter** · 08-15-2007, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by romanaz

marathon sessions, best way to ensure you'll be sore as **** the next day

After 3 weeks of 'conditioning' I am building up to 5-6 sets per exercise -- I expect to be sore, esp at the 4-6 reps x 6 sets... BRING IT!!!

Rog447 · 08-15-2007, 03:53 PM

In my opinion workout whenever you can get it done and feel good. I like lifting in the morning's because you can get it done out of the way before work and have the rest of the night to plan stuff (hang out with friends, go to grocery store etc etc) If you lift at night sometimes stuff gets in the way and you cant be consistent with it.

**romanaz** · 08-15-2007, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rog447

In my opinion workout whenever you can get it done and feel good. I like lifting in the morning's because you can get it done out of the way before work and have the rest of the night to plan stuff (hang out with friends, go to grocery store etc etc) If you lift at night sometimes stuff gets in the way and you cant be consistent with it.

I generally lift in the vicinity of 2-7 in that timeframe ish.

I consider it night if Its afterl ike 5 or so, and nothing gets in the way.

If something does, then get the **** rid of it.

07-02-2007, 04:37 PM	#1
deathsentance Amateur Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: GA Posts: 88 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 9	when is prob the best time to workout? ive heard alot of different things __________________ Current Goals: Bench= 315 squat= 400 deadlift= over 400

07-02-2007, 05:28 PM	#2
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 3,979 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 113	Re: when is prob the best time to workout? this will get moved to the training section soon by a mod. the reason you've heard all different information is because it varies from person to person. Here are the facts: T level are higher in the morning Cortisol levels are higher in the morning Glycogen levels are lower in the morning Free flowing glucose (blood sugar) are lower in the morning Beyond those points, it's all dependent on you're schedule, how u feel during the day, and your goals. Here are my thoughts: I train in the evening when I'm trying to gain mass and strength. I do this because I am very alert, I will have eaten 2000-3000 kcals by that point, and I just feel more energetic at night. I'll train early on occasion when I'm dieting, just because it aids in fat burn a bit more. Even then though, I don't look to my training for fat loss very much. Diet will take care of 95% of that. __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

07-03-2007, 05:38 AM	#3
DarkFalcon I've got a RAGING clue! Join Date: May 2005 Location: dnyc99's cleaning staff Posts: 12,526 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 309	Re: when is prob the best time to workout? Like DJ said there really isn't a perfect time except what feels right to you. I'm weak and tired in the mornings but strong at night so evenings are best for me.

07-05-2007, 01:24 AM	#4
Dvst8or Amateur Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 53 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 3	Re: when is prob the best time to workout? I currently train in the evenings as well, for the same reasons as DJ. But I have the feeling that I am going to need to switch to a morning routine because my evenings will start getting hectic and unpredictable in the near future. What are some recommendations for pre-workout nutrition for lifting in the morning? Brian

07-05-2007, 01:29 AM	#5
deathsentance Amateur Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: GA Posts: 88 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 9	Re: when is prob the best time to workout? thanks guys. dj thanks for the facts ill have to keep that in mind __________________ Current Goals: Bench= 315 squat= 400 deadlift= over 400

08-09-2007, 04:47 AM	#7
davtown OM NOM NOM NOM Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 2,348 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 128	Re: when is prob the best time to workout? I recall Franco Columbu saying that the early afternoon was the best time to train.... around 1 or 2 PM. I never heard actual reasoning for this but for me I have found that more often than not, it is definitely the best time. If your schedule allows, play around and find when you enjoy training the most. I train morning, afternoon, and night.... just depends on my schedule and/or how I'm feeling that day. __________________ --Training Journal-- current/goal D: 350/380 S: 280/300 B: 235/260

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08-09-2007, 09:37 PM	#9
DJSTARER eating more folate... Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: State College, PA Posts: 3,979 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 113	Re: when is prob the best time to workout? 4 hour workouts: healthy just kidding, I understand what ur saying. I like the same time frame. Like 4-8 for me __________________ My philosophies on training: "Extreme training yields extreme results" "Just because you can, does not mean you should" "The best program is the one you are not doing" Penn State Powerlifting-181 lb weightclass PGA Professional of America Current Stats: 474 Squat 601 Deadlift 320 Bench Goals for next training cycle: 500lbs squat and a total over 1400 in competition

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