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Do you find yourself struggling to find time during your busy day to get to the gym? Are you guilty of planning to get your sweat on after work, only to get stuck in the office instead, until it’s too late to make it to the gym on time? Or maybe you’re an early bird - so early, in fact, that most gyms haven’t even opened their doors when you’re looking to train.
The fact is, life gets busy. It’s chaotic, it’s unpredictable, and it’s full of endless opportunities to do things which bring you joy and happiness - but these don’t need to come at the expense of your workouts! If you’re struggling to juggle your work, family and other commitments, and want to be able to hit the gym without sacrificing the things you love, a 24/7 gym is the solution to all your problems.
Early Mornings Working out at sunrise is the optimal time to get your sweat on. Not only does rising early and heading straight to the gym align with your natural cortisol levels, allowing you to optimise your performance by aligning with your body’s production of the stress hormone, it’s also ideal to exercise in line with your circadian rhythm. By waking up with the sun and getting your body moving straight away, you set yourself up for a more productive, efficient day ahead.
Plus, you’re elevating your serotonin levels (your mood stabilising hormone) throughout the day ahead, offering significant benefits to both your physical and mental health.
Even better, if you exercise in the morning, you’ve accomplished something before most people have even dragged themselves out of bed… It’s a pretty great feeling to have your workout over and done with before your work day begins - plus it removes the temptation of finding excuses or having other commitments come up throughout the day, so you’re much more likely to stick to your planned exercise schedule if you’re an early bird! Not to mention, gyms are quietest in the early hours of the morning - particularly before 6am. So take advantage of the peace, and get it done bright and early!
Using your lunch break to squeeze in a workout is a window of opportunity most people haven’t considered. Not only is it a great time to fit your exercise into your work schedule, it also means you’re not having to wake up early, or sacrifice your evening leisure time to spend in the gym. It’s convenient and easy to smash out a sweat session, and then return to your desk feeling refreshed, accomplished, and ready to tackle the afternoon ahead. It’s actually a really beneficial way of increasing your productivity too, helping you focus and concentrate for the remainder of the day. Most of all, the convenience of using the time you’d otherwise be hanging around the office aimlessly to get your workout in is a real bonus - talk about time efficiency!
Evenings are an ideal time to hit your nearest Zap club if you want access to all our expert personal trainers. You’ll find the gym floor packed with trainers ready and willing to give you all the pointers, advice and assistance you need to maximise your performance and results in your workouts. Plus, what better way to wind down or sweat out the stress from a long day of work, than by hitting the gym? It’s an excellent opportunity to take some “me time” and release any tension or overwhelm from a busy day, before heading home to enjoy the rest of your evening feeling calm and refreshed.
Later in the evenings, you’ll find your local Zap gets pretty quiet, offering an excellent time to hit up your workout. Let’s be honest, most people spend their evenings sitting on the couch watching Netflix, so why not use this time effectively to get your exercise in instead? Exercising in the night can provide you with a boost of endorphins, helping improve your mood and stress levels so you can have a good night’s sleep, and wake feeling refreshed and energised the next day.
In some studies, training in the evenings was linked to improved performance in your sessions, owing to the fact you’re consuming less oxygen, and you’re already adequately fuelled and energised from the day. In fact, studies have shown that working out 90 minutes before bed can improve your deep sleep and sleep quality too - double bonus! So sweat it out, then head home for a snooze!
At Zap, we know everyone’s schedule is different - and in fact, it may change all the time. That’s the beauty (and unpredictability!) of life. So, with 24/7 gym access, you can hit the gym as early or as late as you like. Make your workout work for you - if you’re an early bird, sweat it out first thing, or if you’re a night owl then hit the gym after a long day, when it’s quiet and peaceful. Having 24/7 access to the gym means you’re able to get your exercise in, no matter what the day throws at you, and you can have peace of mind knowing you can always sweat it out if you’ve had a stressful day, and need some relief.
Keeping our clubs open 24/7 means you can access the gym during quieter periods - such as early mornings and late evenings. This gives you easy access to our popular equipment and machines, without needing to wait around for others to finish during peak times.
So if you’re struggling to get your hands on popular equipment like dumbbells, barbells, treadmills and cardio kit, switch things up and try working out at off-peak times.
As we mentioned, knowing you can access your gym at any time offers great motivation to get your workout in, regardless of what the day may throw at you. Suddenly, you have no excuse for skipping your session if you can’t make your regular time due to work or social commitments. You can still head out for dinner with your coworkers, and hit the gym afterwards! Or you can head into club super early to get it over and done with if you know you have a busy day ahead! It’s convenient, it’s reliable, and it’s motivation to allow you to be consistent with your workouts, and see improved performance and results accordingly.
And we’ve done you one better too… Zap clubs use self-access control systems, so you can let yourself in any time of the day. Not only is this super convenient for you, it also reduces administrative work and staffing costs in our clubs. And of course, we naturally pass these cost savings onto our members… So you can expect the lowest cost membership options, with no compromise on access or quality of equipment and facilities!
So there you have it, signing up to a 24/7 Zap gym is undeniably the way to go if you live a busy lifestyle, but want to keep up your training and prioritise your health and fitness! Try hitting the gym at different times throughout the day to discover what works best for your body and schedule, and take advantage of the fact you can always fit in a session, regardless of what the day may hold. Start running on your schedule!
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