Research
Neural
At baseline, a significant difference in strength between morning and evening is evident, with greater strength observed in the evening hours.
Strength training may be more effective in the evening for maximizing strength gains.
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a significant difference in strength between morning and evening is evident, with greater strength observed in the evening hours.
Why this rating
Based on systematic review and meta-analysis of multiple studies.
Source
The effects of time of day-specific resistance training on adaptations in skeletal muscle hypertrophy and muscle strength: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Jozo Grgić et al. · Chronobiology International · 2019
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