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LadyLoriAnn
LadyLoriAnn Posts: 41
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I know I saw this posted already, but I can't find it I joined a gym, so the question is....work out before or after dinner/ I would think after, however I have trouble eenough trying to get between 1100 - 1200 calories AND Im used to eating in the evening 7 or so? any tips? please and ty! :)

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  • IvoryParchment
    IvoryParchment Posts: 651 Member
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    I have GERD. Eating before working out isn't one of my choices. :sad:
  • deekaydee
    deekaydee Posts: 158 Member
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    Personal preference. Whatever works best for you.
  • drema2370
    drema2370 Posts: 21
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    I tend to eat something light after a workout. I do not get home until 7pm and usually am working out by 8 so its always something light for me afterward.
  • enginerd81
    enginerd81 Posts: 50
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    I eat after I work out - Although I make sure I have a decent size snack an hour or 2 before I leave work.
  • Mummsy
    Mummsy Posts: 347 Member
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    I think whatever works for you. I prefer before but it doesn't always worked out that way.
  • Zipit57
    Zipit57 Posts: 9
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    I agree. I can't work on a full stomach, but my daughter can't work out when she hasn't eaten. I think it is your preference.
  • almonds1
    almonds1 Posts: 642 Member
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    I can't work out on an empty stomach...I eat before!!!
  • ginneyrose
    ginneyrose Posts: 15
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    when body builders are trying to lean they workout in the morning (women) on empty stomach...but i find as a normal person...i eat a light healthy carb before my workout and if i did a heavy hardcore workout with weights or circuit training I eat a reasonable protein bar after.

    So maybe eat a light snack before then eat a small sensible healthy dinner after.
  • frugalmomsrock
    frugalmomsrock Posts: 1,123
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    I can't workout after eating... it makes me feel like I'll vomit at any moment. :-x I much prefer morning, empty stomach, or if I have to go in the afternoon, it needs to be at least three hours since I've had something to eat. Unless it's just walking. I can eat an apple and still go for a walk. :)
  • Aerohead21
    Aerohead21 Posts: 333 Member
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    I'd say personal preference but don't exercise on an empty stomach either. Light snack before if you can't handle a full meal before. Your body needs the fuel.

    Also, I'd say it depends on how intense your workout is. If it's a light workout, it's probably ok to do whatever. The harder and more intense the work out, the more your body needs in order to sustain during and recover following work outs.

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