Best to eat before or after a workout?

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tchrnmommy
tchrnmommy Posts: 342 Member
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I'm sure this has been asked and I searched but I can't find a thread with my questions specifically.

We generally eat BEFORE because my husband/kids can't wait until after. But what is Optimal?

And if we do eat before, how long should we wait before going to the gym?

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  • shovav91
    shovav91 Posts: 2,335 Member
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    I generally say both. At least an hour before, and within the hour after.
  • discpro
    discpro Posts: 2 Member
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    I am a runner, and I will only eat before running, if it's at least 2 hours before a run. Otherwise, after.
  • Kelly_Wilson1990
    Kelly_Wilson1990 Posts: 3,245 Member
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    I have yogurt before and a protein shot after.
  • KBGirts
    KBGirts Posts: 882 Member
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    I eat after for the recovery aspect.
  • doobabe
    doobabe Posts: 436 Member
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    I eat before and after- protein both times.

    As far as how long before- sometimes I'll eat 10 minutes before all the way to an hour. And after- I have a protein shake typically within 30 minutes after I work out.
  • Savemyshannon
    Savemyshannon Posts: 334 Member
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    I do both. I generally eat a small meal before my workout, and then have a protein shake with some fruits after my work out.
  • bert16
    bert16 Posts: 726 Member
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    I'm a runner training for my first marathon... carbs before to fuel the run, something with protein within 30 minutes of the end of each run.
  • hofdog
    hofdog Posts: 269 Member
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    I only eat before if I am lifting, and it might just be a protein shake and oats. If it's cardio morning I do not eat.

    Always eat after a workout within 30 minutes, your body is needing it. A good mix of protein and carbs with little fat.

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