Training time: can it affect your performance?

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The training time could affect sport performance, within the body we have different hormonal factors that influence physiological and psychological functions.

Biological rhythms:

Circadian rhythms, which regulate a variety of biological processes in cycles of approximately 24 hours, influence sports performance. There are usually changes in body temperature, muscle strength and neural activity throughout the day, thus affecting the physical and mental capacity of athletes.

Individual chronotypes, which are personal preferences for morning or evening, can influence sports performance. It is suggested that people with extreme chronotypes may perform better near their circadian peak, which varies depending on the physical activity required and the individual’s adaptation to the context of training schedules and daily activities.

It is important to maintain biological rhythms to optimize athletic performance, among which sun exposure is a key factor in strengthening the circadian cycle. In addition, it is important to highlight the negative effects of exposure to artificial light (mainly screens) during the night and, for this reason, the use of blue light blockers is suggested as a measure to minimize these effects.

Practical applications:

Whenever possible, we recommend adjusting training schedules according to your individual needs and the characteristics of each sport. It is recognized that although most people have intermediate chronotypes, it is important to consider individual differences to maximize athletic performance and avoid circadian mismatches.

Use this information to enhance your training!

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