04/15/2026
What is the best time to exercise? The short answer is: when you will do it consistently each day and make it a habit year after year. Long term exercise is the best way to stay healthy and active. There are advantages to morning, afternoon, and evening workouts. Read on to learn more. Recent studies from the Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and Jackson PT Clinic have shown that morning is the best time for consistency, metabolic and sleep regulation, focus, setting a positive tone for the day, and weight loss. Afternoon 2-6pm is best for high performance, high intensity, strength, and speed workouts. Your body is warmed up and primed for optimal oxygen uptake, muscle function, strength and endurance. Evening is best for relaxation and easing stress from the day. Be sure to eat nutritious meals, hydrate throughout the day and sleep 7-8 hours at night so you are ready for your workouts. If you have pains, stiffness, or weakness that limit you or are just not sure how to get started, text or call us at 650-282-5554. Keeping you moving at Bodies In Motion PT. (https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/best-time-of-day-for-your-workout. https://thejacksonclinics.com/best-time-of-day-to-exercise/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/does-it-matter-to-your-heart-or-otherwise-what-time-of-day-you-exercise). #