You don't have to be an expert on circadian rhythms to determine the best time to exercise. Steven Aldana, PhD, advises trying different times of the day. Work out in the morning for a few weeks, then try noon, then early evening.
You might have heard that the best time to exercise is early in the morning — to get your metabolism going or to avoid unexpected distractions during the day that could derail your workout. But if you're not a morning person, it may not work for you to try to get up at dawn to work out.
