chuckz

i plan on workin out in the mornings around 9 o'clock or so. should eat breakfast before the workout or after. i've been thinking about this question for a while and im kionda stomped. i asked a few a people and they all gave me different answers. this is my first time working out in the mornings so any extra info would be appreciated. thanks.

michimonster

Id say a light breakfast, because you'll want your energy but if your workout is intense you dont want to get sick.

BEETROOT

^ yep. Eat a light breakfast. I'd recommend powerbars.

Crazy Bimmer

Doing weights then eat somthing light. If cardio then go on an empty tummy.

Doc.Booty

I agree with having something light. A little bit of protein and some quality carbs ( old-fashioned oatmeal ROCKS). You should always get some food as fast as you can after waking up; just keep it lighter and less greasy/fatty if you exercise early.

I'd recommend a light meal for both. There's a physiological benefit to having food in you for hitting the weights. Eating a little before cardio should keep you from feeling crappy.

chuckz

thanks for all the advice. something light i had in mind as well but didnt know what. oatmeal sounds good!

SDCGTSX

It depends on what you are doing. If you are lifting, I'd get something liquid but nutricious like a shake before lifting. Also eat right after lifting. Usually something protein mixed with sugar. Yogurt is pretty good post workout snack. If you are running, then I hate running with food inside my stomach so I usually just drink water before running and then eat right after.

chuckz

how long should i wait after my workout to eat again. ie. yogurt, fruit, something.

Sarlacc

Depends on what makes you feel the best.

I prefer NOT to eat prior to working out. I will usually just have a protein shake to get something in my stomach and get some fuel going.

I don't feel good if I eat before I workout. But once in a while I'll have something light like an apple or banana first.

Sarlacc

1st off I dont consider oatmeal light. That shit sits in my stomach, If I eat oatmeal is usually after my work out...but again different things for different folks.

As for eating after. You want to consume within 30 minutes of your workout. That is the best time that your body optimally transports everything good you eat (proteins, carbs, vitamins, etc) to where they need to go.

yunginTL

any recommendations for protien shakes?

Doc.Booty

Eat right away.

Here's an awesome piece on post-workout nutrition: http://www.abcbodybuilding.com/windowofopportunity.php

Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Protein. Tastes good in milk (not water), is cheap, and is high quality. http://www.1fast400.com/?products_id=384

chuckz

are protein shakes a good idea if u want to loose weight?

RavinGAzN

protien shakes are fine if your trying to lose weight. A simple protein shake could be water, ice, whey, and a few peices of fruit.

Doc.Booty

They don't have a magical property that'll make you lose weight, but they're an easy, fast, healthy way to get in extra protein. Takes me 3 minutes to mix and chug one for breakfast in the morning. They're pretty essential in helping me meet my diet goals.

chuckz

the reason why i asked is becaue ive heard its not the greatest thing to drink if ur trying to loose weight but i guess thats just a myth.

Doc.Booty

Depends on the kind of protein and how it fits into your diet. If it's "weight gainer" or something else that's loaded with sugar, it's a bad idea. 2 scoops of whey is about 200 calories with 40+ grams of protein. That's a very "lean" way to get your protein.

They're just fine to have so long as they fit your dietary plans. You can't eat what you're eating now, then start drinking protein shakes and expect to lose weight. But it's more than possible to fit some shakes into your daily meal plan so long as you keep track of how many calories you're taking in.

Some people prefer to not have protein shakes when cutting - solid foods fill you up much better. But i couldn't live without my whey.

chuckz

is there a site or something that gives an idea about how many calories everyday foods are? such as muffins, bagel, coffee, etc.

Doc.Booty

www.fitday.com
http://www.nutritiondata.com