Why does eating breakfast come before exercise?

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Louisa P.

Because your breaking ypur fast from sleeping. You need to put the nutrients and feed your body before you workout. It goves your body energy

Patrick J.

Morning is a period after a long fast. Breakfast is the first opportunity to kick start metabolism and make nutrients available for the body to use. Naturally you need to make a smart breakfast choice so that it’ll complement your exercise in the best way possible.

Fen Sia Z.

Many people don’t eat breakfast in the morning but breakfast is the most important meal in a day as it starts the day. Also, having breakfast allow us to become more energetic in the day and less tired.

Eliza E.

Because a great breakfast would give you the energy you need for the exercises later. After a full night of rest, the body needs an energy boast. And besides, a great breakfast would also set you off with a great mood.

Loane Q.

There isn’t a short answer to this, and in fact depending on the food you eat, it might be better not to eat breakfast just before exercise. ‘Fabulous’ is about developing good habits, so if you intend to keep going with exercise and to develop it, then it’s worth knowing more about eating and drinking to support exercise. It is important to be hydrated when exercising: drink water before, and if exercising for longer than 30 minutes, drink during the exercise. It is best not to exercise for three hours after a main meal, but it is good to have a lighter snack an hour before exercising, of food that is easy to digest. An element of protein at this time, and again after exercising, will help recovery. It is good practice to eat as soon as possible after exercise. If you are training several times a day, also consider replacing electrolytes that you may lose. Don’t forget to warm up before exercising, and also, if you are exercising in a new way, or after a lay-off of a week or more, then start gradually, to avoid straining muscles and tendons. I am not any sort of expert, so do your research, and if you have any health concerns or are starting an exercise programme, consult your doctor / physician.

Coline T.

Eating breakfast gives you the physical and mental energy you need to get up and start moving. It’s a great pick-me-up, but don’t eat too much!

Zofia O.

Yes, you should always eat breakfast to get the nutrition you need before working out. As long as you eat a healthy meal every morning, then you should be able to gain muscle and lose weight fast. Make sure you drink a lot of water to fill yourself up in the small gaps that you feel pecking and always push yourself to exercise just that tiny bit harder every time you work out .

Lylou E.

I personally feel like I don’t have the energy to push through for one more set if I don’t have the food energy before I start my workout. I know a lot of people swear by exercise on an empty stomach, but I don’t find it works for me.

Marius C.

It is a good question. I always thought that I should do exercises before eating my breakfast because the people say that’s not good to do exercises after eating. But maybe I am wrong and maybe eating breakfast first and wait for a moment can give us energy to do exercises, I don’t know. I really want to know about this.

Emma Z.

After 8 hours of sleep, your stomach is practically empty. If you exercise without first putting some fuel in your body, that might have negative effects on your body. Plus you also lack the energy.

Answers reflect the personal experiences of Fabulous community members. They are not medical or professional advice — for guidance about your health, talk to a qualified professional.