How long do you eat before a workout?

Maximus0005

I know it more so depends on what you eat, and theres the whole 30 min before you swim saying. But how long do you have lunch or a snack before you workout and what does it usually consist of?

I am wondering because I am not hungry now but will be in 2 hours and for lunch I have a salad with grilled chicken.

cgrout78

i usually like to have at least 45 minutes or so, just to make sure I don't get a stomach cramp. I also don't drink water during my workouts either, not more than a sip or so for the same reason. I'm sure other people aren't bothered by it, but that's just my little rule to myself.

PinkAndSparkle

usually like an hour. I get really barfy if it's too close to my workout.

rjmwx81

I don't eat before a workout. I go to the gym first thing in the morning and then have a nice protein-heavy breakfast afterward. Even if I eat something light, it makes my stomach sour when I work out...especially if I'm doing heavy weights.

PinkAndSparkle

i usually like to have at least 45 minutes or so, just to make sure I don't get a stomach cramp. I also don't drink water during my workouts either, not more than a sip or so for the same reason. I'm sure other people aren't bothered by it, but that's just my little rule to myself.

Don't you get dizzy not drinking??

cgrout78

No...not really. I mean, i usually work out at night, so I've been drinking throughout the day and really well hydrated. If i'm at Zumba or something I'll drink about a quart afterwards, but not more than a sip or two during the class. Otherwise I can feel it sloshing in my tummy and I feel sick.