A recent study published in Cell Metabolism by American and Danish scientists shows that morning exercise and evening exercise may indeed have different effects on the body.
The results of this study show that morning exercise can enhance the metabolic reaction of skeletal muscle and make better use of carbohydrates and fats in the body; Exercise at night can promote the body's long-term energy consumption.
It's hard to say which is better, morning exercise or evening exercise. However, you can choose the exercise that suits you, sooner or later.
Exercise suitable for morning exercise: not suitable for strenuous exercise, you can choose walking, Tai Chi, aerobics and other sports; In addition, long-distance events, such as cycling and long-distance running, are best arranged around 5~7 am.
Exercise at night: If you want to gain muscle, you'd better exercise at night, because muscle strength and the body's ability to use oxygen peak at night 17: 00- 19: 00.
Therefore, aerobic exercise, such as aerobics, jogging and brisk walking, can be carried out. Dances that test the flexibility of the body are also best arranged at night. Studies show that the body is more flexible at night than during the day.
What problems should we pay attention to before and after exercise?
Whether you exercise in the morning or at night, you need to pay attention to some problems before and after exercise, otherwise it will be difficult to achieve the exercise effect and even cause harm to your body.
For the elderly, because the physical function is not strong enough, we should pay special attention to the intensity of exercise. The internationally recognized standard of exercise load for the elderly is moderate-intensity exercise for more than 30 minutes five times a week.
Exercise for the elderly should also be careful not to practice in the morning and avoid places with high carbon dioxide content. It is best to choose aerobics, square dance, brisk walking, Tai Ji Chuan and other sports, and strenuous exercise is not recommended.
Some old people like to walk backwards. In fact, walking backwards has limited relief effect on lumbar disc herniation, but it is easy to fall and have an accident.
For teenagers, it is a stage of growth, and exercise and nutrition are very important. Taking part in more sports activities will promote teenagers' learning.
Studies have confirmed that it is best for young children to exercise for about 60 minutes at a time, and even walking and taking part in housework are useful. Healthy teenagers can choose suitable sports independently according to their own needs.