Quick Question (Eating before or after exercise)

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Majibb
Majibb Posts: 5
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Which is more effective for your metabolism? Eating a meal before you workout or working out before you eat?

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  • koosdel
    koosdel Posts: 3,317 Member
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    It doesn't really matter. I usually eat before and after, mostly because I like to eat.
  • jsteffen80
    jsteffen80 Posts: 136
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    I have found that I like to have a piece of fruit (usually a banana or orange) about an hour before I go to the gym, then a full meal (lunch) right after. No science behind it... just what I've found to help me through my workout and recovery. I don't really believe in the whole 'metabolism changes post workout' thing.
  • donbet69
    donbet69 Posts: 133
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    I read somewhere when I started that if you eat before you workout the body focuses on breaking down the food and not on your calorie burn.

    That being said, I tend to not eat before. It has worked for me for quite sometime.

    Whichever you decide, make it a habit to workout !!!

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