Some friends of mine and I were talking the other day and the subject of eating before working out came up. They asked me what I knew on this subject. I wanted to share my response with everyone because I get asked this question often.
The answer is BOTH. Here is why.
Back in the old days, people thought they should train on an empty stomach in order to burn more fat, but that has turned out to be FALSE. In fact, your body needs some glucose (blood sugar) for fuel in addition to what it can use from fat stores when you’re working out. If you don’t have any blood sugar available, your body will eat the muscles’ glycogen, or stored glucose. Low blood sugar will also make you tired and sluggish during your training session. For these reasons, I suggest you eat something 45 minutes to an hour before training — you’ll have more energy and endurance to work harder, burn more calories, and improve your muscle tone.
After training, during a period known as the golden hour (45 to 60 minutes after a workout), muscles absorb the most nutrients, and glycogen is replaced the most efficiently. You don’t have to have a huge meal — just a little something that contains both protein and carbs, will give the best results.
I hope this answers any questions you have about when you should eat when working out.
Choose to have at least 30 minutes to an hour of exercise 6 days a week and you will love the results.
Have a great day!
Beverly
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February 15th, 2010 at 1:40 pm
Great tips Beverly.
I take that product you recommended to me called Empact before I work our and use SPORT for my muscle recovery. Two great products that help me get the best out of my workouts.
You have a choice so, make it a better than terrific day!
Terry
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February 15th, 2010 at 2:05 pm
What would you recommend eating for a morning workout?
I normally either eat a bowl of Kashi cereal or 2 eggs and toast prior to my workout. However some days I would not eat pre-workout and found that I was getting a little light headed from this…you just explained WHY that was happening thanks
-Chris
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February 15th, 2010 at 3:01 pm
I am glad I could help. Thanks for tweeting it too.
Beverly
February 15th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
I am glad I helped you Terry. The Empact is great to use before a workout and the Sport is awesome for better muscle recovery.
Love your Social Media Videos.
Beverly
February 16th, 2010 at 2:37 pm
I’ve been wondering about that. Thanks for the info, Beverly!
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February 18th, 2010 at 12:03 am
Great post Bev,
I’ve always wondered about this question. I have personally felt that it is best to eat before working because like you said. You’re body needs fuel to build muscle, without you are just burning away what you need. Thanks for the great info.
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February 18th, 2010 at 5:08 am
Many people think eating before you work out is not good.I am glad it helped you.
Beverly
February 23rd, 2010 at 4:28 pm
Hey – cool blog and good post… Thanks!
February 25th, 2010 at 4:38 pm
Thanks for stopping by.
Beverly