Early Morning Workouts

When it comes to burning fat, getting out first thing in the morning might be the key.

Why early morning? Because it looks like exercising before eating breakfast could help burn fat.

When we work out, we are trying to both keep our heart in good shape and look better. That means doing what you can to lose body fat. According to this latest study, one key might be holding off breakfast until after you get your workout in.

In this study, researchers found those subjects that hadn't eaten before exercising burned a higher percentage of fat versus carbohydrates. Scientists think this has to do with the fact our bodies, when you exercise after fasting, have high adrenaline and low insulin. This ratio forces our muscles to break down more fatty acid.

The researchers involved in this study recommend exercising before breakfast in particular because once you eat it takes up to six hours to get back to the same level you were before breakfast.

Although this method might have you burn more fat, there are some things to keep in mind. Number one, most experienced athletes will only do this once per week, if at all---since it can be tough---but even that amount gives you fat burning benefits. And secondly, you need to realize that even though you're burning more fat---you're training will probably suffer since you won't have the energy for a tough workout. Plus, you need to remember not to gorge on food after exercising even though you'll probably be extra hungry---that would only defeat the purpose of what you are trying to accomplish in the first place.