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mati · 08-09-2009, 06:14 AM

hi
Im thinking to start going to the gymin the morning, every day of the week before I go to college, Im very skinny at this point I havent done any sport since the university started, now in my second semester I want to get thing done correctly.
I did it 4 years ago when I was at school, I went before class and I felt really great and determined, now I have less time in my life but I need to excersice and I have lost weight and I not feeling well about it.
Do you have any advise?
Thanks

ginkgo · 08-09-2009, 08:26 AM

Yes. Make sure to go to bed earlier since sleep is more important than exercise. Do not let it disturb your sleep. You can always do it during party time!

padawan in training · 08-10-2009, 02:29 PM

I started getting up at 6:30 AM to exercise a few weeks ago. It was a bit hard at first, but it has become a habit. In my personal experience, it has one minor advantage: you start you day having already accomplished something (your workout). I find it easier to make up excuses in the afternoon and miss workouts.

If you are trying to gain weight, check my post on this thread. You might find something useful.

Also, ginkgo is right. You need to rest to get the best results our of exercise. That part I'm still struggling with: going to bed before midnight...

jamesbiz · 08-10-2009, 03:44 PM

You have plenty of time, but you just have not made good use of it. Pick what is most important in your life, and make time for that, and take the time away from those things which are not.

Do you watch tv? Do you talk on the phone for hours? Do you talk on here for hours? People are to afraid to see the truth, so they never even look. Most people would love to just sit there and talk on the phone or watch tv or what ever, and doing anything that threatens that is a big no no... The sheer thought of doing something to threaten that usually turns on the fear reactions in a person. So yeah, really look deep into the things you do all day, and THEN come back here and tell us you don't have time ( for your health of all things...).

SmellyOrc · 08-11-2009, 09:36 PM

It is safer to train in the evening, since your back will be dehydrated more than when you wake up. This is important, since a hydrated back (having lots of fluid between your vertebrae) increases risk of injury.
And focus on quality instead of quantity. Its great that you want to dedicate yourself to it, but don't go 5-7 days a week. 3-4 days a week is more than enough, certainly if you plan your training well. Too much of a good thing is bad

If you're skinny, start eating a lot and exercise 3 times a week. Do big movements, like the deadlift, overhead press and the squat. Start light, progress on to heavier weights in time, and see your body grow.

KtotheB · 08-12-2009, 02:46 AM

I love going to the gym in the morning because it boosts my energy. If I don't go first thing, "going to the gym" is in the back of my mind all day and I find I'm less productive.

It's a habit you may need to condition into yourself, but it's a good one.

jamesbiz · 08-12-2009, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KtotheB

I love going to the gym in the morning because it boosts my energy. If I don't go first thing, "going to the gym" is in the back of my mind all day and I find I'm less productive.

It's a habit you may need to condition into yourself, but it's a good one.

but is a habit still good if it not happening can ruin your entire day?

Mogget · 08-14-2009, 06:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mati

hi
Im thinking to start going to the gymin the morning, every day of the week before I go to college, Im very skinny at this point I havent done any sport since the university started, now in my second semester I want to get thing done correctly.
I did it 4 years ago when I was at school, I went before class and I felt really great and determined, now I have less time in my life but I need to excersice and I have lost weight and I not feeling well about it.
Do you have any advise?
Thanks

I have sessions with a personal trainer twice a week at 7am which means a bright and early start to the day of 5:30am! My advice. Drink plenty of fluids the night before so you are not too dehydrated upon waking (plus a full bladder helps get you out of bed) - drink water upon waking and eat a small complex Carb breakfast. If you can, skip coffee till after the workout.

It's great to workout early, I find I get less DOMS when i work out in the morning and that I can "go harder" too.

fxtrader · 08-14-2009, 08:47 AM

i also go to the gym in the morning when my work schedule allows it. This week for example i went from 7am-8:30 am, and it felt great.

However, sure to not push it like crazy, because you will be tired then for a few hours after the workout

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mati Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 72	gym before 8 am hi Im thinking to start going to the gymin the morning, every day of the week before I go to college, Im very skinny at this point I havent done any sport since the university started, now in my second semester I want to get thing done correctly. I did it 4 years ago when I was at school, I went before class and I felt really great and determined, now I have less time in my life but I need to excersice and I have lost weight and I not feeling well about it. Do you have any advise? Thanks

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08-09-2009, 08:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
ginkgo Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA Posts: 3,747	Yes. Make sure to go to bed earlier since sleep is more important than exercise. Do not let it disturb your sleep. You can always do it during party time!

08-10-2009, 02:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
padawan in training Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 15	I started getting up at 6:30 AM to exercise a few weeks ago. It was a bit hard at first, but it has become a habit. In my personal experience, it has one minor advantage: you start you day having already accomplished something (your workout). I find it easier to make up excuses in the afternoon and miss workouts. If you are trying to gain weight, check my post on this thread. You might find something useful. Also, ginkgo is right. You need to rest to get the best results our of exercise. That part I'm still struggling with: going to bed before midnight...

08-10-2009, 03:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
jamesbiz Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Fort lauderdale, florida Posts: 593	You have plenty of time, but you just have not made good use of it. Pick what is most important in your life, and make time for that, and take the time away from those things which are not. Do you watch tv? Do you talk on the phone for hours? Do you talk on here for hours? People are to afraid to see the truth, so they never even look. Most people would love to just sit there and talk on the phone or watch tv or what ever, and doing anything that threatens that is a big no no... The sheer thought of doing something to threaten that usually turns on the fear reactions in a person. So yeah, really look deep into the things you do all day, and THEN come back here and tell us you don't have time ( for your health of all things...).

08-11-2009, 09:36 PM	#5 (permalink)
SmellyOrc Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 296	It is safer to train in the evening, since your back will be dehydrated more than when you wake up. This is important, since a hydrated back (having lots of fluid between your vertebrae) increases risk of injury. And focus on quality instead of quantity. Its great that you want to dedicate yourself to it, but don't go 5-7 days a week. 3-4 days a week is more than enough, certainly if you plan your training well. Too much of a good thing is bad If you're skinny, start eating a lot and exercise 3 times a week. Do big movements, like the deadlift, overhead press and the squat. Start light, progress on to heavier weights in time, and see your body grow.

08-12-2009, 02:46 AM	#6 (permalink)
KtotheB Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: London, Canada Posts: 421	I love going to the gym in the morning because it boosts my energy. If I don't go first thing, "going to the gym" is in the back of my mind all day and I find I'm less productive. It's a habit you may need to condition into yourself, but it's a good one.

08-14-2009, 08:47 AM	#9 (permalink)
fxtrader Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 35	i also go to the gym in the morning when my work schedule allows it. This week for example i went from 7am-8:30 am, and it felt great. However, sure to not push it like crazy, because you will be tired then for a few hours after the workout

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