Is it better to exercise and then eat, or eat and then exercise? Follow these guidelines.
- Don't eat much right before a workout, because your body will divert blood to your muscles and away from your digestive organs, disrupting the process of digestion. Generally, it's best to work out 2 to 3 hours after a meal, or an hour or two after a snack.
- Always eat breakfast. If you exercise before breakfast, you may reduce fatigue if you eat a small amount of food--like a small glass of juice or a piece of toast--15 or 20 minutes before you set out.
- If you exercise before dinner or late in the day, make breakfast and lunch your main meals. To boost energy levels, have a late-afternoon snack.
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