I wake up every morning at 8 to exercise. Should I eat something before I workout? If so how long should I wait after eating to exercise? I don't really have time in the morning so Im planning on just waking up and working out on a empty stomach.
Any opinions?
2006-08-21 17:10:51 · 23 answers · asked by Kasm 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Just water and a piece of fruit should work.
2006-08-21 17:18:16 · answer #1 · answered by Mike R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Working out on an empty stomach is not going to hurt you. If you are concerned about eating then working out you should do the swimming rule. Don't drink lots of water or other liquids before you do. Especially if you push yourself to the max. You could get sick. If you do eat, eat a stomach filling breakfast with nutrients. You can cut time by just having a fruit shake or the other nutritional shakes out there. Again use moderation. Never eat a meal before working out. A snack like a apple or banana, a ganola bar is fine.
2006-08-21 17:19:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read somewhere that you shouldn't eat 2-3 hrs before you exercise. When I exercise in the AM, I drink some water before my workout, during my workout, and after my workout. Then, I usually eat a very filling healthy breakfast.
2006-08-21 17:52:01 · answer #3 · answered by bridgetrocks86 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I eat before working out in the morning. Your body has been fasting for several hours and needs fuel. Eat a piece of fruit...wait 10 mins and do your work out. Be sure to re-fuel with whole grains after your workout.
2006-08-22 02:40:07 · answer #4 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not an expert by no means!! I just am an avid Tennis player.
I never eat before I play tennis in the mornings. I don't like eating breakfast. How ever when I have been in tourneys I will take snacks to eat inbetween sets to keep my energy level up.
2006-08-21 17:18:06 · answer #5 · answered by Stephanie J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should eat something on the light side like a slice of whole wheat toast before exercising, or a banana. Nothing to heavy if you are going to exercise.
2006-08-21 17:51:18 · answer #6 · answered by mom 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't like to eat and then work out. I think you should get up in the mornings and walk or work out first. If you take supplements read the label. Some will tell you to take the supplement, then work out and eat after that. Good Luck!
2006-08-21 17:17:12 · answer #7 · answered by noneofyourbizwax 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're exercising in the morning, you should be eating within the first hour that you're awake. Whether it be a total breakfast (not completely recommended if you're doing a full workout - cardio/weights) or a bowl of cereal or fruits. But yes, you should be eating SOMETHING!!!!!!
2006-08-21 17:18:16 · answer #8 · answered by woodybeer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you should eat something light at least if you were to do some hardcore exercise.
I remember I was sent to the hospital for over-exerting myself. I loss conciousness. The doctor told me I should have eaten before doing such an intense exercise.
2006-08-21 17:52:50 · answer #9 · answered by deep_crawl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's better to have a small snack, like a protein bar, before working out. Keep in mind, your body hasn't eaten anything for several hours, and your likely to either get a sour stomach or over eat after your work out.
2006-08-21 17:16:48 · answer #10 · answered by Choochie Larue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want something to drink. Otherwise, I would recommend not eating before exercise, for the same reason it's not recommended to go swimming right after eating.
Good luck!
2006-08-21 17:17:18 · answer #11 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋