The air is cool and fresh, the sun is just rising and you have bags of energy, welcome to the wonderful world of morning jogging. Exercise may be the last thing you feel like doing when you wake up in the morning, but there a good reasons why running in the morning can be a great idea if you want to develop a running habit. Regular and intense running coupled with a sensible diet will certainly help you to lose weight and get fitter. So if you want to lose the beer belly or get rid of your love handles, then regular running may be for you.

Here are some reasons why running in the mornings is a great idea: –

1. More Likely To Stick At It

People who regularly run in the mornings tend to be more consistent than people who run at other times of the day. It can be a lot harder to motivate yourself or find the time to run later in the day. Early morning runs may feel a little alien at first, but over time will become second nature if you stick with it.

2. You Feel Fresh

In the morning you feel fresher and have plenty of energy, once you have had a little time to wake properly. It can be hard to muster the motivation and energy to run later in the day, following a long hard day at work and you are more likely to give it a miss.

3. It Is More Convenient

Running early in the morning before work or other commitments, frees up the rest of the day to get on with your life. It is a great way to start the day, as you feel invigorated following a run and will also have a good feeling knowing you have already completed your daily exercise. Morning runs are great with people who do not have the time to exercise due to a demanding job or hectic schedule. Simply set the alarm a little earlier and enjoy an early morning run.

You will be dehydrated in the morning, so make sure you have plenty of water before running and take some with you. You probably will not have the time to digest a proper meal prior to your run, so eat a banana or energy bar to give you some fuel for your run. Warming up is even more critical before an early morning run, as your muscles may still be stiff following sleeping. Begin each run with a brisk walk followed by some light jogging before hitting your normal pace or pushing it to the limit.

Make morning runs a regular part of your fitness routine. There is no better way to start the day and get in the habit of running regularly.