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Pre-workout Breakfast

Nothing_Less Posts: 6 Joined: 2006/07/13	2006/07/13, 11:04 AM Hello. I get up and jog in the morning before work, so far I usually don't eat till about an hour after my workout (on my way to work). I am wondering if it would be more benefitial to grab something little to eat before my morning work-out, or if I should be eating right after or what? And, also, what would be appropriate to eat? Thanks very much for anyones advice, I really appreciate it. Have a great day*!~ -------------- ~\"Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of you. Never excuse yourself.\"~
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2006/07/13, 11:11 AM Depends on where you are, your goals, etc. Generally speaking, it is a bad idea to exercise in a fasted state. However, if you are pretty much overweight, you will not get hurt by this. (cardio only on an empty stomach). However, if you are not fairly significantly overweight, I would suggest at the very least if you are pressed for time some amino acids(protein), about 15-20 gr. pre workout. This will be quickly assimilated and thus readily available in a very short period of time. You do not mention if you weight train, if so I would never, ever do this in a fasted state. FAsted state being referred to here as first thing in the morning, as you have gone for instance 8 hrs. without eating, depending simply on liver glycogen. -------------- Maximus from Gladiator....Strength and Honor!
Nothing_Less Posts: 6 Joined: 2006/07/13	2006/07/13, 11:16 AM I do strength train as well, but on those days I do it in the evenings, so I'm never in a fasted state. Also, I am not overweight so I will try taking in some protein before my jogs. Thank-you for your reply. -------------- ~\"Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of you. Never excuse yourself.\"~