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Work out length

xtinalee17
xtinalee17 Posts: 42 Member
edited January 19 in Fitness and Exercise
I have started getting up early and going to the gym. I like the energy it gives me and the fact that it leaves me room after work to do things I want to do. The only problem is I don't have a ton of time. I have gotten into the flow of cardio for about a half hour and then 15 minutes of weights. I know it is isn't alot but I was wondering if it is worth it. I know at the end of the day going is better than not going but on days when I know I would be fine going after work should I go because I would have more time? During the weekends or on nights after work I average about 35 minutes of cardio and 25 of weights.

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  • j75j75
    j75j75 Posts: 854 Member
    45 min of exercise every morning is definitely worth it. Keep it up
  • JenMc14
    JenMc14 Posts: 2,389 Member
    IMHO, it's not time for weights that matters, but what you're doing. I run 3 days a week and train abs (if I have time) then stretch or do yoga (again, if I have time) on the 2 weekdays I run, but not after my Saturday run. My running is my focus that day. 3 days a week (MWF) I lift. I do three big lifts, and 2 days a week I throw in curls or other accessory work if I feel like it. If I have time, I'll get in a walk on the treadmill or do some HIIT and some yoga. So, I'd recommend splitting your cardio and ST in to alternating days, then you won't feel rushed.
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