Should you eat before a workout?

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Andrew Monreal
November 11, 2024

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Should you eat before a workout?

Let’s talk about pre-workout nutrition.

It’s crucial for fueling your body, optimizing your workout, and speeding up recovery. Research shows that having a well-rounded meal or snack before you train can noticeably boost performance, especially in endurance and high-intensity exercises. Ideally, you want to eat 1-3 hours before hitting the gym, focusing on carbs for energy and protein to protect your muscles. But here’s the thing—what you eat and when you eat it can depend a lot on your goals and how your body responds. If you’re looking to build muscle, you might want to prioritize protein, while endurance athletes might focus more on carbs for that extra stamina.

Of course, it’s not all straightforward.

Eating before a workout comes with its challenges. If you get the timing or food choices wrong, you might end up feeling sluggish or dealing with stomach discomfort. Heavy or high-fiber foods too close to your workout can cause issues, while eating too early could leave you running out of steam midway through.

Bottom line? Tailor your pre-workout nutrition to fit your own needs and the demands of your training.

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