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When is best to eat ....before or after exercise and what types of food?

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When is best to eat ....before or after exercise and what types of food?

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The best time to eat depends on your exercise routine and personal preferences. Generally, a light meal or snack 30-60 minutes before exercise can provide energy, while a balanced meal post-exercise aids recovery. Focus on complex carbohydrates, lean proteins, and healthy fats. For example, oatmeal with fruit before a workout and a protein smoothie or chicken with vegetables afterward can be effective. Listen to your body and adjust your eating habits to create a routine that supports your exercise goals.

Terri S.

For me i usually do fasted cardio on a morning as i like to have a full breakfast and prefer morning workouts. But on the days when i do mid-morning workouts i have a small bowl of overnight oats with chia seeds early as i wake up to fuel my body after all the repair work its been doing as i slept as well as to give me some fuel and protein to use as i head in to start my day

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