We all know that exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle.

Most of us also know, that different exercise routines can yield different results.

The overall verdict was no surprise exercise and healthy diets are good for you.

Woman exercising outdoors

The 56 participants aged 25 to 55 took part in a 12-week program.

“The men studied had greater improvement in perceived mood state than women.

It’s interesting to note that [p.m.] exercise in men also significantly reduced feelings of fatigue.”

Athletic men bicycling in dirt

Women appeared more sensitive to time of day factors than did the men studied.

It should also be noted that all participants were already quite fit and healthy.

“They have more opportunity to benefit,” says Dr Arciero.

Happy women in workout clothes