Thread: Should you eat before lifting?

I have tried working out fasted and with something in my stomach. I prefer...if I’m lifting then I eat a little something carb related and a protein shake 30-40min prior.
Going fasted I “felt” weaker and less motivated.
I would say depending on your goals like drop some fat, I would do fasted cardio only. Maybe pick a few just cardio days with maybe abs.
Personally I need fuel to run the motor.
You could also try brining a Intra workout drink to replenish your glycogen after you do fasted cardio and do some lifting after.

Yeah I lifted yesterday on an empty stomach and I felt so damn weak. Less motivated. I’ll definitely at least get a protein shake and something with carbs in me from now on.

Originally Posted by 9TMARE

I have tried working out fasted and with something in my stomach. I prefer...if I’m lifting then I eat a little something carb related and a protein shake 30-40min prior.
Going fasted I “felt” weaker and less motivated.
I would say depending on your goals like drop some fat, I would do fasted cardio only. Maybe pick a few just cardio days with maybe abs.
Personally I need fuel to run the motor.
You could also try brining a Intra workout drink to replenish your glycogen after you do fasted cardio and do some lifting after.

Nicely worded 9Tmare! I’m the same way, I gotta have something in my stomach when I’m lifting!!! Go hard or go home!!!