The Weekend Exercise

If fitting in exercise during the week is tough, a weekend-focused workout plan might be your solution. Studies indicate that dedicating more time to exercise on weekends can compensate for a lack of activity during the weekdays.

Researchers examined the habits of nearly 90,000 individuals who engaged in at least 150 minutes of exercise weekly. They compared those who evenly distributed their workouts across the week with those who completed 50% or more of their weekly exercise over just two days, monitoring their health over a span of six years.

The findings revealed that "weekend warriors" had similar low risks of heart attack, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and stroke compared to those who exercised more regularly throughout the week.

While we always advocate for regular exercise, it’s important to remember that consistency is key, not perfection. Prioritizing weekend workouts can significantly enhance your overall health and help guard against various diseases and health declines.

George Patsali

IFBB Certified Nutritionist & Fitness Trainer

Former Taekwondo Professional Athlete (alm. 2 decades) that worked with the best nutritionists, dietitians and personal trainers in my athletic career.

I read and implement daily the best practices and share my knowledge and honest opinion on what works best, in order to grow with everyone and have a healthier, fitter community worldwide.

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