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Choosing the right foods to eat before and after exercise can improve health and weight loss.<\/p><\/div>\n
The foods you eat before and after exercise can help you or hinder you, depending on your goals. This is very important for losing weight or for men trying to build muscle, but it is a good idea for anyone on an exercise program to know what they should and should not be eating when physically active. If you are an athlete, eating the right things can be essential for your performance and may even mean the difference between being good and being great at what you do.<\/p>\n
When thinking about eating before exercise, use what you already know. If you have a huge meal before you exercise, some of your energy is going to be used to digest rather than exercise and you could feel sluggish. Fats and proteins are digested rather slowly, so they are not the best food choices right before you work out. Thus, if you are on a low-carb diet that is higher in proteins and fats, eat at least three to four hours before exercising.<\/p>\n
Carbohydrates consumed in meals will move through your body quickly and give a burst of energy that is of great help during a workout. Even then, however, try to limit eating\u00a0carbohydrate-type foods\u00a0to at least an hour before exercise, or longer if you can.<\/p>\n
While proteins are essential for building muscle, they should not be eaten right after exercise. Save protein for a meal later in the day and be sure to get enough (See this blog post Daily Protein Requirements<\/a> for more information). Instead, focus on carbohydrates after exercise to replenish both the glucose and water that was lost during exercise. It is recommended that you wait an hour before eating any type of meal after exercise.<\/p>\n Anyone participating in a regular exercise program should include carbohydrates in their diet, but choose healthy carbs such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. For those who wish to take on an intense workout routine, one of the best places to get food and eating information would be from a doctor or a dietitian. A doctor should give you a physical to make sure you are healthy enough for the program that you have in mind. A dietitian can tell what to eat before and after exercise and what foods best benefit your program when eating throughout the rest of your day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The foods you eat before and after exercise can help you or hinder you, depending on your goals. This is very important for losing weight or for men trying to build muscle, but it is a good idea for anyone on an exercise program to know what they should and should not be eating when physically active. <\/p>\n