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Top 10 Good Morning Exercises to Stay Healthy and StronG

If you're not in the mood to wake up early and go to the gym, there are some exercises you can do at home in the morning before you head off to work.

By Lovable LadiezPublished 4 years ago 4 min read
Top 10 Good Morning Exercises to Stay Healthy and StronG
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If you're not in the mood to wake up early and go to the gym, there are some exercises you can do at home in the morning before you head off to work. Plus, if you're someone who likes to work out but has no time because of work or school, these exercises can be done anywhere and at any time! Here are the top 10 morning exercises to do at home that will get your blood pumping and will help to burn those calories even after you've left the gym!

1) Morning Exercise

Jump Rope-This is one of my favorite morning exercises to do at home because it's fun and it warms up your body and gets your heart pumping. It's also a great way to start warming up because you can jump rope for a couple minutes or until you start to feel warm and then move on to another morning exercise. This is one of my favorite morning exercises because it's fun and it warms up your body and gets your heart pumping. It's also a great way to start warming up because you can jump rope for a couple minutes or until you start to feel warm and then move on to another morning exercise.

2) Workout

A good morning workout should really just be a modified version of your regular workout routine. It’s best to stay away from specific training related to sports or cardio, as these can lead to an overtraining state that hinders progress. Instead, focus on building strength and flexibility. The following exercises will work your entire body: * Bench press: 2 sets of 8-12 reps (2x8) * Incline bench press: 2 sets of 8-12 reps (2x8) * Military press: 2 sets of 8-12 reps (2x8) * Push ups: 3 sets of 15-20 reps (3x15) For maximum muscle building, try supersets.

3) Morning Cardio

Doing morning cardio is a great way to start your day. Rather than hitting snooze five times, take out some time for morning exercise and knock off a quick 15 minutes of cardio. By doing cardio first thing in the morning, you’ll improve your metabolism and be able to have more energy during your day. It will also boost your mood, help alleviate stress, and give you a sense of accomplishment. Plus, it doesn’t matter what time you wake up—cardio done before breakfast burns more fat than any other workout. The only downside to morning exercise is that people tend to get tired in early mornings due to lack of sleep, so take advantage of coffee or caffeine pills if needed!

4) Aerobic exercise

20 minutes of aerobic exercise in the morning increases our insulin sensitivity, which helps prevent diabetes. You don’t need fancy equipment or a gym membership to get started; just a pair of running shoes and you’re ready to go. If you want to take it to another level, start with short sprints—try running as fast as you can for 15 seconds and then walking for 15 seconds. Repeat that 8 times. You can also start simple by taking brisk walks on a daily basis. Studies show that being physically active first thing in the morning leads us to eat fewer calories throughout our day than we would if we were less active, even if we make up for it later in activity levels when not exercising first thing in the morning.

5) Lateral movements

Lateral movements and lunges can strengthen your core and improve your overall balance. For example, try moving from side to side in a lunge with your hands on your hips. You’ll feel it working quickly and see an improvement within just a few sessions. If you like to exercise first thing in the morning, lateral movements can be a great addition to your routine.

6) Abdominal exercises

If you're looking for a convenient home abdominal workout, consider crunches and leg raises. Crunches are done in a similar way to sit-ups. The only difference is that you'll lie on your back instead of your stomach, which will shift some of your weight onto your shoulders. You can increase or decrease difficulty by altering how far off from the floor you place your hands and feet.

7) Resisting tension while stretching

You might not be inclined to think of resistance training as a type of stretching, but resistance training can actually improve your flexibility. A Harvard Medical School study found that subjects who did twice-weekly sessions of leg presses, squats and calf raises for 12 weeks significantly increased their hip flexibility. Even better: The participants in that study saw bigger gains in squat depth than those who only stretched after completing their workout.

8) Stretching exercises

Stretching exercises don’t just serve as a great way to warm up before any workout; they can also improve flexibility and blood flow throughout your body. These morning exercises at home, which focus on your lower body, require nothing more than a pair of socks or sneakers. Just make sure you start slowly—you don’t want to overdo it and end up hurting yourself!

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