Soviet Olympic lifting coaches thought so.
They tracked performance, strength output, and recovery—and came to a very clear conclusion about when you should train.
But here’s the problem…
That “optimal” time doesn’t work for most men over 40.
In this video, I break down:What the Soviets discovered about peak strength times
What I’ve personally tested over 30+ years of training
Why your schedule matters more than “perfect timing”
How to structure your training day for consistency (not burnout)
Because at this stage of life, the goal isn’t just better workouts…
It’s showing up consistently enough to actually see results.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:The two “peak performance” windows identified by Soviet research
Why mornings, lunch, and evenings all have different training advantages
The biggest mistake guys over 40 make when trying to “optimize” workouts
How to build a simple, sustainable training schedule that fits your life
QUICK QUESTION:What time of day do YOU train right now?
Morning, lunch, or evening?
Drop it in the comments—I read every one.
START HERE:If you’re website not sure how to structure your training - or just want a plan that actually fits your life:
https://chasingstrength.com/which-kettlebell-workout-program-is-right-for-me/ WATCH NEXT:“Rules For Over 40 Kettlebell Training” Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBOiW6yFbZeQWPVhGfa0aHqStMczfs0rD(This will walk you through how to train smarter, recover better, and stay consistent long-term)
FINAL THOUGHT:The “perfect” time to train doesn’t matter if you can’t stick to it.
The best time?
The one that fits your life… and that you’ll actually show up for.
Stay Strong,
Geoff Neupert.