Exercise Physiologist Explains Workout Timing

Everyday Health features expertise from Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Alexander Rothstein, Ed.D., in an article detailing the benefits of working out at specific times of day. A new study suggests that morning workouts, especially between 7 and 8 a.m., may offer a lower risk for high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other contributors to heart disease. “If you work out earlier in the day, you tend to have fewer excuses to not work out,” says Rothstein, adding that those who choose to exercise in the morning may also have healthier lifestyle habits, overall.

Coverage of this story also appeared on MSN.