Well Being

Eating before early morning workout

Wanted to look this up, since I already strive to workout first thing in the morning. So I was curious on if I could/should be eating a little something before the exercise.

• Should try and avoid eating 60 minutes before workout, at least

  • But can try small amounts in under that period (often necessary, if workout is early enough)

• Some benefits to workout "fasting" (working out on empty stomach), but this is debated

  • Theory is that you teach the body to be more efficient with less fuel

• Regardless, there doesn't seem to be anything specifically wrong with working out right away in the morning on an empty stomach

• Highly individual

What to eat before the workout

• Avoid high fat, high fiber, high protein

• But, get a small amount of carbs

Specific foods

• Banana

• Bread with jam

• Small amount of cereal or granola

• A few swigs of fruit juice

• Glass of chocolate milk

• Fruit smoothie

• Cup of yogurt

• Granola or protein bar

• Oatmeal w/ milk

• Hard-boiled egg

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