Eating Workout Calories

candycaneps

I feel like eating my workout calories defeats my workout. Why exactly are we supposed to eat these and if I don't eat them, will this hinder my weight loss?

candycaneps

I feel like eating my workout calories defeats my workout. Why exactly are we supposed to eat these and if I don't eat them, will this hinder my weight loss?

lotusfromthemud

Here's an excellent old post that addresses both parts of your question at length.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/10589-for-those-confused-or-questioning-eating-your-exercise-calo

The short version is: to keep your metabolism working efficiently and yes, not eating them has the potential to hinder your weight loss.

lisarae

Simply put. Eat them. It's soooo much better to keep the weight off if you eat them.