Morning Workouts

One of the most popular questions I have been getting asked is when do I workout.  I’ve always been a morning person and that has continued throughout my life.  That remains true for when I workout now and for the past 150+ days.   I have always been able to get up early to do the things I want to do like surf and play golf and even the things I don’t necessarily “want” to do like go to work (ha ha).  I have found that for me the mornings are a much better time to workout.  I have turned it into a normal routine for me where I roll out of bed get dressed and just get going versus trying to fit it in later in the day, after work or even after dinner.  For me it has greatly helped me with my energy throughout the day.  After I workout I feel energized and it keeps my metabolism going throughout the day versus having to wind down and go to bed after a workout.

There has also been questions about doing an extremely difficult workout out on an empty stomach, I have yet to have any issues working out on an empty stomach in the morning as long as I have eaten properly the day before.  If I am not eating enough calories on the day before I workout I have had occasions where I feel a little “bonked” at the end of a tough workout like P90X Plyo X or Insanity Max Cardio Circuit but otherwise I have not had any issues.

Another good thing about doing your workout first thing is the morning is that when you are done, get cleaned up and sit down for breakfast or are having your Shakeology (you know this is my favorite thing) I know that I already burned up to 800 calories for that day.  I have no concerns about when or how I would do my workout later.  If you are looking to lose some stubborn fat or get in the best shape of your life like me try working out first thing in the morning.  It has helped me tremendously and I am sure it will help you.

Regards,

Coach  Dean

2 Responses to “Morning Workouts”

1. Drew Griffin says:

   December 4, 2011 at 4:45 pm

   I wish this was around when we were playing soccer when we were younger. Imagine being super-fit..moreso than we were! I think it would have made a huge difference.

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   • Coach Dean says:

     December 4, 2011 at 7:37 pm

     Oh boy, that is so true. It is still amazing being in this kind of shape at 40.

     Coach Dean

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