EAT OR NOT EAT BEFORE A WORKOUT ??

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  • Timshel_
    Timshel_ Posts: 22,834 Member
    Whether it makes a difference or not, I can't eat before working out, personally.
  • mackemom
    mackemom Posts: 277 Member
    I have a cup of coffee with coconut vanilla creamer about an hour before, just to wake up!! ;)
  • Azdak
    Azdak Posts: 8,281 Member
    Not eating burns more fat but EATING BEFORE burns more fat during the next few hours after your workout.

    Um, no. Nice broscience though...

    As MrM27 said, it's personal preference.

    It's not broscience per se. There is research to support that statement (at least to support an increased EPOC following a fed workout). However, the research is limited and, as best I can remember, the results have not been replicated in other studies. Then there is the whole question of how meaningful "afterburn" studies are in general.

    So, no broscience, but also not nearly enough evidence to make such a definitive statement.
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  • AllOutof_Bubblegum
    AllOutof_Bubblegum Posts: 3,646 Member
    I prefer to work out on an empty stomach.
  • Achrya
    Achrya Posts: 16,913 Member
    Personal preference?
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    Depends on which allows you to better reach your goals.

    I prefer to eat before I workout. Without some carbs I quickly run out of energy.

    Others prefer to workout fasted and that's fine too.
  • GingerLolita
    GingerLolita Posts: 738 Member
    I'd suggest that you experiment a bit. You may be able to find some information regarding your specific workout online and what is best to do for it, but ultimately, there's some conflicting information and what most people do may not work for you. Just try out some different options and see what works best. Eat and drink enough before to fuel your workout and after to replenish your energy. The types and quantities of foods can vary depending on your workout and your body.
  • Lara883
    Lara883 Posts: 47 Member
    Thanks !
    I will try eating an hour before and see how it goes ,
  • eslcity
    eslcity Posts: 323 Member
  • skyfall76
    skyfall76 Posts: 49 Member
    Empty stomach morning training

    But if I workout during the evening after a long day... I prefer to eat just before.