Eating before a workout
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resamarieh
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I have been working out in the mornings since that's the only time of day I really have time to dedicate to it. I like to eat something before working out and want to get some more ideas so I have some variety. So:
What is your favorite thing to eat before a workout?
And,
How much time to you let pass between eating and working out?
What is your favorite thing to eat before a workout?
And,
How much time to you let pass between eating and working out?
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some say eat before so you have fuel...... then others say exercising in the morning on an empty stomach burns more fat. So many opinions.. it is nuts.0
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Usually a piece of fruit or a yogurt0
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I generally just eat an apple about 30 minutes before I workout. The carbs are digested quickly so I can use the fuel right away.0
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I am careful about what I eat - it depends on the workout and the intensity of it. Mostly I will eat an apple about an hour before a workout. Post workout I load up on protein!0
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My doctor told me there was a study that eating before and after working out actually improves weight loss. I try to eat a banana or cereal before working out and then something small afterwards. I'm usually not hungry right after I work out but I'm trying to follow this theory.0
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I agree with the reply regarding having an apple before working out. Anything easily digested is the best, I like to have a banana.0
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If I'm running or cycling 90 minutes or less I'll do a larabar, coffee, and water. I eat this about 15 minutes before I run. Depending on what I'm doing I'll alternatively eat oatmeal, oatmeal with almonds, bagel & almond butter (for 10-15 miles), or just a banana/mini larabar for lighter workouts.
I was recently on a cruise and couldn't find food at 5am. I ran 6 miles without food and while I was fine, I had a pounding headache at the end. Not sure if that was the lack of food.0
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