Is Working Out Twice a Day Good for You?

While most of us have trouble getting to the gym once a day, others are a little more intense in their athletic pursuits. But is working out twice a day safe? Or should we all be doing double-time at the gym? We checked in with fitness pros for their take on the two-a-day phenomenon. The consensus? Working out twice a day is fine—for some people—but not essential. According to Jackie Wilson, a personal trainer and founder of NOVA Fitness in New York City, “While two-a-days can be beneficial, it is not necessary or needed for most people to achieve their goals.” He tells us that while it’s not something he recommends to all of his clients, “it is a method that I use for short time periods with advanced clients or those who are training for a specific event.” Read on for more pros and cons of doubling the time you spend sweating.