I wake up at 4 am to train..anyone else?

chicklidell
chicklidell Posts: 275
edited October 7 in Motivation and Support
I have a crazy busy life. With 7 children, a career and little time to breathe, I find that waking up at 4 to start my training for 4:30energizes me, and gives me a sense of control over the remainder of my day. Am I the only nut on here to train this early in the a.m?
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  • Nicola0000
    Nicola0000 Posts: 531 Member
    Crazy!!!!! I cant work out in the morning, it makes me feel really faint so do it in the evening. But whatever works best for you :smile:
  • iKapuniai
    iKapuniai Posts: 594 Member
    If that works for you, that's all that matters. Personally, I find that sleep is just as important as anything else (ESPECIALLY if you're training or an avid athlete/bodybuilder or the like), so as long as you're still getting a good 6-8 hours of sleep every night, train on! If not, I'd consider adjusting your schedule if at all possible, BUT... that's not my call, just my two cents. ;)

    But like I said, whatever works for you! :)

    Love and Alohas,
    Ihilani Kapuniai
  • iKapuniai
    iKapuniai Posts: 594 Member
    BTW, I love your pics! You're a hottie! =D

    Love and Alohas,
    Ihilani Kapuniai
  • chicklidell
    chicklidell Posts: 275
    BTW, I love your pics! You're a hottie! =D

    Love and Alohas,
    Ihilani Kapuniai

    Thanks, and i'm in bed by 9pm..i'm an old chick, need my beauty sleep! lol
  • CommandaPanda
    CommandaPanda Posts: 451 Member
    What time do you get to bed? I'm going to have to start waking up really early when I get back to school (not by choice). I just wanted to get a good idea of what time I should set for myself to get to bed so I don't wake up and ignore my morning lift starting in a couple of weeks
  • CommandaPanda
    CommandaPanda Posts: 451 Member
    BTW, I love your pics! You're a hottie! =D

    Love and Alohas,
    Ihilani Kapuniai

    Thanks, and i'm in bed by 9pm..i'm an old chick, need my beauty sleep! lol
    Nevermind, you answered it haha
  • Nikkiray32
    Nikkiray32 Posts: 123
    Wow, you are really dedicated ! I find the best time for me is when my daughter is doing her home work. I do a zumba video or cardio video. Sometimes, if her homework is light I make her go for a walk with me around the neighborhood. At first she protests, but after we walk a bit, she starts talking and forgets about the exercise part.:happy:
  • chicklidell
    chicklidell Posts: 275
    Wow, you are really dedicated ! I find the best time for me is when my daughter is doing her home work. I do a zumba video or cardio video. Sometimes, if her homework is light I make her go for a walk with me around the neighborhood. At first she protests, but after we walk a bit, she starts talking and forgets about the exercise part.:happy:

    In complete honesty. I work out only in the afternoon/p.m if I absolutely have to. I can't sleep at night if I workout too closely to my bed time. I find the only time I can stay focused and commited and work out giving 100% is first thing in the morning. It also helps that there's only a very small handful of people in the gym at that hour, and no one in the pool..lol
  • Queentrier
    Queentrier Posts: 4
    Wow! I can barely get to work for 9am never mind go to the gym in the morning. And i dont have kids!!! That's inspiring love!!!
  • dancing_cat
    dancing_cat Posts: 92 Member
    No you're not the only one! Hello fellow morning-exercisers! Now I don't feel so crazy!

    I wake up at 5:15am ... to get the first train that gets me to the gym after it opens at 6:30am. After work I find I'm more tired and its easier to skip the gym in favour of working late/meeting friends/just collasping on the sofa at home.

    At least I get to take advantage of using their hot water and electricity for my shower and hair washing before I go to work :) Sometimes saving money is the only thing that gets me to the gym!

    Its nice being able to get to the office and know I've already done a good thing for myself before 9am too. I totally recommend morning workouts even though it means going to bed around 10/11pm!
  • utayah
    utayah Posts: 43
    I also get up at 4am to work out 4-5 days a week and go to bed at 9. I only have one child, you are amazing to have the energy to do everything you do AND workout at 4am. Amazing!
  • getfitnfab
    getfitnfab Posts: 418 Member
    I have sleep issues

    So I workout when I wake up, get it done and back to sleep
  • lacroyx
    lacroyx Posts: 5,754 Member
    I have a crazy busy life. With 7 children, a career and little time to breathe, I find that waking up at 4 to start my training for 4:30energizes me, and gives me a sense of control over the remainder of my day. Am I the only nut on here to train this early in the a.m?

    I'm up @ 2AM and out and about.
  • PennyNickel14
    PennyNickel14 Posts: 749 Member
    I am in the early to bed early to rise club. It's just my cycle. But I am lamer than you. Go to bed at 9 and get up at 5. LOL!

    Good for you for working it in!
  • kellyjamespro
    kellyjamespro Posts: 88 Member
    I dont do it all the time but I am learning that it is the best time for me to get my workout in and start my day right!
  • Nikki582
    Nikki582 Posts: 561 Member
    I'm up at 4.30 to get to the gym, workout and be home by 6 on workdays :D
  • MaximalLife
    MaximalLife Posts: 2,447 Member
    I have a crazy busy life. With 7 children, a career and little time to breathe, I find that waking up at 4 to start my training for 4:30energizes me, and gives me a sense of control over the remainder of my day. Am I the only nut on here to train this early in the a.m?
    I start at 5am usually - LOVE IT!
  • NinjaMonkey201
    NinjaMonkey201 Posts: 123
    It's 5am here, and I just finished my workout (woke up at 3:30am). I have to get it in before my 2 yr old wakes up, or I'll never be able to get it done. And it helps me feel energized the rest of the morning.
    But, I also have the luxury of taking a quick nap when he goes down for his nap. :-)

    For me, I can only workout in the morning. It helps me to mentally stay on track the rest of the day (if I want to eat something unhealthy, I don't, because I don't want to waste my workout).
  • stayxtrue
    stayxtrue Posts: 1,186 Member
    Yep I am a 4am riser!! I LOVE IT!!!!!!!! Best time to get stuck into it for sure!
  • janf15
    janf15 Posts: 242 Member
    I consistently (most days) get up at 4:30 to be at the gym at 5. One good reason - it is easier to get a lane in the pool - the other good reason ... I don't always know when I can get out of the office.
  • going2losebig
    going2losebig Posts: 26 Member
    I'm up at 4:45am and at the gym by 5:30am then I shower and dress there and go to work. I have a full time day job Mon-Fri and work part-time on Wed, Fri, and the weekend. I have two kids. So if I want to work out I have to do it in the morning to fit it into my day. I'm a morning person anyway, so I feel better working out in the AM. :smile:
  • pretty_ribbons
    pretty_ribbons Posts: 154 Member
    I have a crazy busy life. With 7 children, a career and little time to breathe, I find that waking up at 4 to start my training for 4:30energizes me, and gives me a sense of control over the remainder of my day. Am I the only nut on here to train this early in the a.m?

    wow! i think thats amazing! i wish i could do that
  • momof3and3
    momof3and3 Posts: 656 Member
    I am an early riser also...my day begins at 5am....and I go to sleep early, too...

    I am a busy mom of 6, plus a grandson....

    You look amazing! Very inspirational!
  • Amandac6772
    Amandac6772 Posts: 1,311 Member
    4:15 here. The only time of the day when the house is totally quiet and I have it to myself.
  • newsboys
    newsboys Posts: 5
    Up at 4:30 to catch the GO bus downtown at 5:10, and in my gym by 5:45 to work out for an hour before I go to work. Only way to fit it into my day!

    Good for you!
  • deja_blu
    deja_blu Posts: 359 Member
    That's when I get up to workout. I feel better throughout the day. I have more energy, I drink more water and I make better food choices.

    When you're up making a difference, so am I! =]
  • brookepenni
    brookepenni Posts: 787 Member
    Wow.... I tend to believe time doesn't exist before 6am!!!
  • slimmerme2012
    slimmerme2012 Posts: 120
    I have a 10 month old baby and would love to wake up early like that to workout but since he still gets up during the night, thats impossible for me to do...as soon as he starts sleeping through the night my butt will be up at 4:30!
  • LTGPSA
    LTGPSA Posts: 633 Member
    Monday - Friday, rise at 4:30 - change, stretch, then on the elliptical a little before 5 for 35. Saturday and Sunday I'm not up quite as early and usually go for a longer time on the elliptical. Also try to get in outdoor exercise whenever possible. :flowerforyou:
  • TwtyMami35
    TwtyMami35 Posts: 99
    The morning is the best time for me, but I have been able to accommodate my busy days with working out during the evenings. The fitness studio I attend has morning and evening spin classes, as well as other programs. It's exciting to see so many people on the road to a healthier lifestyle.
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