My goal is long term weight loss. I work out from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Should I eat dinner immediately after or should I wait an hour or so before eating? I've heard conflicting responses and I'm not sure which is right. Does it even matter?
2006-09-26 18:28:08 · 5 answers · asked by Dr_Six 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
You want your protein immediately after your workout.The best way is to use a whey protein isolate,this comes in a powder form mixes with water is high in protein and low in calories,mixes with water instantly and is digested easily. Your actual evening meal is better about 90 minutes after and should combine protein with complex carbs.it is very important to spread your protein over at least 6 doses over the course of the day.
2006-09-26 18:37:43 · answer #1 · answered by Brian M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the important thing here is to not give the body extra calories if you are trying to loose weight. Most people in fitness magazine advise eating no longer than one hour after a work out. The best bet is fruit or vegetable, protein, and a fiber worthy carbohydrate. If you work out, and do not want a meal, try a slim fast snack bar or small energy bar for the vitamins and proteins.
Before a work out, be sure to have eaten 2 to 4 hours...a great source of pre work out energy is a banana 45 minutes before. This converts glycogen to muscles for use, so you do not feel fatigued afterwards.
2006-09-27 01:46:38 · answer #2 · answered by Pinkish Marsh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try eating before and work out
try eating after working out
I eat 2-3 hours before... and feel OK
if I eat right before my boot camp class.. I get sick to my stomach
you need to find out what works best for you
2006-09-27 01:36:39 · answer #3 · answered by Mopar Muscle Gal 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat when you can 2-1 carbs to protein and you will replace fat with muscle
2006-09-27 01:30:09 · answer #4 · answered by loofa36 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Humans eat when needed.
2006-09-27 01:37:34 · answer #5 · answered by billbowlerski 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋