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December 03, 2007

Start a morning workout routine

By Kashi Read more daily challenge, toning up, and workouts
Challenge Yourself for: 30 days

Sometimes it’s nearly impossible to get motivated to exercise after a long day of work. That’s why exercising in the morning is such a good idea. When you get moving early, you set the pace for the rest of your day. This month, challenge yourself to workout in the morning at least a few times a week. _Always consult a physician before starting any exercise routine._ _(We've given you 30 days for this Challenge to get into a regular routine. When you log your progress, you only need to log as many - or as few - days as are applicable.)_

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    I have been exercising every mornings for two years now, rotating days of aerobic & weight training. I feel great and it has changed my life you the better.

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    MikeCherone commented on this. over 1 year ago

    This sounds like a great idea. Completing a workout routine in the morning would go a long way toward promoting a productive work day. Between the inspiration of this challenge and my workout from http://www.fitclick.com I think I’m on my way to better health.

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    staind commented on this. almost 2 years ago

    Just accepted this challenge today. I’ve tried before years back and gave up. Work is kinda slow right now so I figured I’d give it another shot. I know it will be good for me in the long run if I can get past the first few weeks!

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    asj08 commented on this. almost 2 years ago

    I’m terrible at this challenge lol :(

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    raedj commented on this. about 2 years ago

    Iam going to start with this challenge, I work night shift and so my sleeping time varies so but I need to find something to encourage me more. Challenge myself for 30 days.

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    rosadok commented on this. over 2 years ago

    I plan on starting a new me!

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    mads382 commented on this. over 2 years ago

    For the 30 minutes I lie awake in bed hitting the snooze button, I could be getting in a morning workout. I am going to shoot for one morning a week and then work up from there.

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    healthyn09 commented on this. over 2 years ago

    I just accepted this challenge today. I’ve done early morning workouts a few years ago. They were great as long as u can get up early enough. You really have to be focused and motivated to do it. I know I can do this, again.

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    jrenee513 commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I’m not much of a runner but i want to start doing some type of physical activity every morning…and advice on what to do and how your motivated to do it everyday?!

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    ksd8531 commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I’ve been feeling guilty these last few days because I’m in a funk and haven’t been getting out in the morning to exercise, so I’m glad I found this challenge. I still enjoy getting out at lunch for a bike ride, or yoga in the evenings, but I feel my best after a good run or strength training in the morning.

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    casey_leigh commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I started this challenge 3 days ago and have been doing pretty well so far! I wake up around 7-7:20am and do my T-Tapp 15 minute Basic Workout, then get ready for work. I’m feeling a lot better and plan to keep it up!

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    sillysquirrel commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I always work-out after work. I just don’t have time in the morning. I really enjoy working out in the evening because that’s when my gym classes are scheduled.

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    angelajiniel commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I started recording a pilates show on Veria and have been doing it 3-4 times a week in the mornings. It takes about 40 minutes after skipping commercials and feels great. I don’t have to really get motivated to go run or anything, I start by just laying on the floor in my pjs, can’t go wrong! Paired with lunch-time walking and after-work jogging, I feel like myself again!

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    MVOGT1022 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I really want to get into the routine of working out in the morning but I have such a hard time getting out of bed and getting going does anyone have any tips?
    I am hoping that if I put my self in this challenge it will help me out.

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    anne_w commented on this. over 3 years ago

    My two dogs get me out every morning, we either go for a bike ride or a walk. I take them separately, so that gets me moving for quite a while before my day starts.

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    kendo commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I’m loving getting up in the morning going to the gym. I’ve noticed that when I workout early, my day goes so smooth!!

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    kendo commented on this. almost 4 years ago

    Got up this morning-even though it was raining, I managed to get to the gym for some strength training and afterwards I will have a kashi trailbar for my snack. Good Luck everyone with your challenges!!!!!

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    CJohnson5481 commented on this. almost 4 years ago

    I hate getting up early in the morning! I got a gym membership at a gyn a mile away from my house and with my insurance I get $20.00 off every month I go 12 times. I wont go in the evenings because I take my dogs for a walk in the evening and I don’t want them to sit in their kennels all day and all night. So I really have to push myself to get up with a little help from my husband!!

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    cjkuhl commented on this. almost 4 years ago

    I really thought that I’d be tired after waking up an hour earlier (4am), but it’s the middle of the work day and I still feel fine! I felt a great deal of satisfaction knowing that I had already accomplished 1 goal for the day by 5am!

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    cjkuhl commented on this. almost 4 years ago

    I started today! I really thought I’d be tired after waking up an hour earlier (4am), but it’s the middle of the day…and I’m fine! By 5am I had the satisfaction of knowing that I had already accomplished 1 goal for the day!

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    erika26 commented on this. almost 4 years ago

    it helps me start my day out i feel. i feel so much better about my day.

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    denverneicy commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I’ve been working out in the morning since I quit smoking 18 years ago. I started to help control any weight gain that I was afraid of and it just became part of my lifestyle. I feel energized, strong, and ready to face the day. I save kickboxing for evenings!

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    deconblue72 commented on this. about 4 years ago

    Lissy, Keep up the good work, I unfortunately know how you feel, My wife and I were expecting a baby, and of course I ate all the junk food and take out that came with it, but She developed preeclampsia five months into her pregnancy, and we lost our baby girl, Of course it took it’s toll on both of us, and I ballooned up to 272 pounds. Finally my wife said “That’s it” ! Yes I feel bad and yes I almost lost my life, but we’re still here, and I want to live. That was last August, as of now I’m at 237, and we just purchased a treadmill for Christmas, so I say, Yes life throws you some bad deals, but life is to long, Live it happy,

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    LissyPriss commented on this. about 4 years ago

    In 2004, I found myself at my highest weight..264. I was miserable. My health was bad, and to add to my low self-esteem, my marraige seemed to fail as well. In September of that same year, my brother was diagnosed at 34 with diabetes. I vowed to change. I started eating right, and slowly added exercise. In a two year period, I lost over 100 pounds. I’ve gained 40 back because of the holidays and changes in my life. I need to get some motivation! I am starting Monday, January 7th, as the day I take my life back! :) My goal is to get back into the 14 pair of size 10 jeans that are in my closet, instead of wearing the 16’s I am in now! Please Please help me keep motivated! Thank you all!

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    sec commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I just tried my new gift DDR and am hoping that adding that to my stationary bike and weight training will shed some pounds and help me feel more alive.

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    brndtaylor commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I promise myself to start a morning exercises routine Monday thru Saturday. My biggest obstacle is motivation. But I truly need to start living a healthier life style.

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    ohcecilia commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I currently run/walk 3 miles on my treadmill as the snow and ice have put a big kabash on training outside. It is hard to stay motivated but I hope to be able to stick with it.

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    VIRGIN2750 commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I will start a morning exercise routine on December 13, 2007. Please keep me lifted in this endeavor, because it can be very challenging because of my schedule. Also, I start how with a vigor, and get off course.

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    VIRGIN2750 commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I believe that exeercising in the morning is very beneficial, because I get home late at night, and cannot exercise at nights. My day is from 6:30a.m.-11:00p.m.

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    LaurieKing commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I go to the gym everyday for 1-3 hours. Not only is it good for you physically..but mentally as well!!

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    Stormcrazie commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I bought a new workout machine, a Gazelle, I love it and have been using it for at least 10 minutes each morning for the last month. Now if I can just get back on track with my dieting.

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    angelajiniel commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I used to have a morning routine, but have fallen out of it. Now my husband sleeps later and I’ll wake him up if I’m on our elliptical, time to get him motivated too!

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    milbern55 commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I excercise everyday. I mainly swim one mile in an indoor pool. To offset the routine I walk 4-5.5 miles in 50 min. to 1 hr. 15 min. I bike on a nature course (weather permitting), and do about 45 min of weight excercies every other day.

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    tuck6789 commented on this. about 4 years ago

    i am going to make it a habit to exercise every morning. Lets get moving!!!!

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    chweety commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I am going to get movin!

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    colliemomma2 commented on this. about 4 years ago

    before it snowed and turned icy outside i was running or walking 3 miles a day, im in the market for a treadmill and plan on doing that soon. i am in a real slump right now. i need to get back on track, its been hard with my birthday in november and thanksgiving. i will try harder tomorrow!

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    cereal4me commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I usually doa 4 mile run in the early morning… so i hope this challenge does well for me!

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    StrayCat commented on this. about 4 years ago

    I ‘usually’ have a bit of a morning routine, but the past few weeks I’ve been in a real slump, I’ll sit down ready to do some sit-ups, and end up just playing with my toes for half an hour! USUALLY I like to do a few sets of sit-ups and push-ups, a couple sets of something with dunbells, then a good 30 min to an hour of yoga after a hot shower. Today I only managed one short set each of sit-ups & push-ups… let’s see how I go!