Pre-Workout It is important to consume a snack/meal that contains the appropriate nourishment prior to an exercise session. Pre-workout nutrition should include carbs (carbohydrates) and easily digestible protein. To avoid indigestion issues and to be able to exercise to full your potential, this pre-workout nourishment should be consumed 1 to 3 hours before starting your… Continue reading What to Eat Before and After an Exercise Session
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Should I Eat Before I Work Out?
Should one exercise on an empty stomach (Fasted) or have a snack beforehand. It depends! The table below describes the differing scenarios. Training Type Non-Fasted Fasted Endurance Athlete: * Training Low, low glycogen (energy) stores. NO To improve metabolic efficiency: body will adapt to use fat for fuel (can go longer before ‘hitting the wall’).… Continue reading Should I Eat Before I Work Out?
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