Pre Workout Meal

dbkeane
dbkeane Posts: 3
edited September 19 in Fitness and Exercise
I've heard that exercising on an empty stomach is the best way to lose fat, but when I do this I have trouble keeping my energy up throughout the workout. Am I still maximizing the benefits of a workout if I eat before and after?

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  • dbkeane
    dbkeane Posts: 3
    I've heard that exercising on an empty stomach is the best way to lose fat, but when I do this I have trouble keeping my energy up throughout the workout. Am I still maximizing the benefits of a workout if I eat before and after?
  • pettmybunny
    pettmybunny Posts: 1,986 Member
    I wouldn't want to eat something big immediately before working out! But I would imagine having a banana or something would help. I've done that before an evening class, when I knew I wouldn't be eating dinner for a couple of hours.

    Exercising 2 hours after eating (I have heard on another weight loss site) is the same as exercising on an empty stomach.
  • lisarae
    lisarae Posts: 113
    If you are exercising for more than an hour, I'd reccomend a little snack. This morning before my run, I had a small banana and caramel popcorn ricecake. 150 cals. Kept me going...
  • stylistchik
    stylistchik Posts: 1,436 Member
    30-45 mins before your workout try to consume something with a mix of nutrients, preferably, fat, carbs, and protein to start you metabolism and give you sustained energy. It will also decrease a spike in blood sugar levels!
  • dbkeane
    dbkeane Posts: 3
    Thanks for the tips. I'll definitely try out some new things!
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