The benefits of exercise during Ramadan

Fasting during Ramadan shouldn’t stop you from being active. In fact, exercising during Ramadan can offer several benefits, including maintaining overall health and well-being.
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Can you exercise while fasting during Ramadan?

Yes – light to moderate exercise is generally safe, especially if you have a good baseline level of fitness. Exercise at high volumes and/or intensities, especially if you’re not used to that type of training (fasted or not) is not recommended.

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What are the health benefits of exercising during Ramadan?

1. Maintaining your Fitness

Regular exercise during Ramadan helps maintain cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility. It will also make it easier when you return to your normal training schedule.

2. Enhanced Energy Levels

Physical activity releases endorphins, which can positively impact mood and help combat feelings of fatigue or low energy during fasting.

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3. Muscle Maintenance

Incorporating resistance training helps preserve muscle mass, preventing excessive loss during the fasting period.

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4. Better Sleep

Regular, moderate exercise can contribute to better sleep quality, which is crucial during Ramadan when sleep patterns may shift.
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5. Discipline and Routine

Fasting during Ramadan often requires adjustments to daily routines. Exercising may help establish a consistent routine and discipline which you can continue after Ramadan.

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Closing thoughts

A good goal is to try and maintain what you were doing before you started fasting for Ramadan but not to try and make any significant progress or smash your personal bests. Remember to listen to your body and adjust your programming accordingly!

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