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This was taken from the bodyforlife.com website from the questions and answers.......:/ dam dieting gets confusing everyday for d00fy
Q: Should I eat something before I work out—like an energy bar?
A: This depends on what your goal is. Now, if your only concern is athletic performance, you should consume carbohydrates—like an energy bar or a sports drink—before, during, and after your physical activity.
However, if your goal is to lose fat and gain muscle, I do not recommend eating before your workout. This is a mistake many people make. You see, if you supply your body with carbohydrates to use as fuel while you're exercising, you will slow down fat loss. That's why I recommend, for maximum fat-burning effects, you exercise on an empty stomach.
Q: Should I eat something before I work out—like an energy bar?
A: This depends on what your goal is. Now, if your only concern is athletic performance, you should consume carbohydrates—like an energy bar or a sports drink—before, during, and after your physical activity.
However, if your goal is to lose fat and gain muscle, I do not recommend eating before your workout. This is a mistake many people make. You see, if you supply your body with carbohydrates to use as fuel while you're exercising, you will slow down fat loss. That's why I recommend, for maximum fat-burning effects, you exercise on an empty stomach.
