Therefore it is very important for the beginner of this practice to set up an exact time schedule for practicing Autogenic Training. The beginner should then follow this schedule as closely as possible. You may use some freedom of action, especially when you are not used to live by a fixed time schedule. However, for the majority of those who learn the system, it is best to time the exercises precisely right from the beginning. You will discover for yourself the best time to practice Autogenic Training.
Most people do their last exercise shortly before they go to sleep.
This has many advantages, especially for people who are suffering from insomnia of some kind or another. To practice every evening is absolutely necessary for the beginner. To begin your day with Autogenic Training can be a source of emotional and physiological well being. Anyone who thinks that he or she cannot afford five or ten minutes of practice may live under such pressure that developed this illusion. Usually the same person does a lot of things every morning that waste a lot more time.