fitness Is It Better to Work Out on an Empty Stomach?

[Apsara]

Exercising on an empty stomach, or fasted cardio, is often debated. Does working out on an empty stomach help you burn more fat, or is it detrimental to your performance? How do you feel when you work out before eating, and do you notice a difference in your energy levels compared to working out after eating?

 

[Alamson]

It depends on the individual. For me I work out on empty stomach but I drink a lot of water before starting. This enables me to go on without getting tired. But this may not work for everyone, especially someone having low blood sugar.

 

[Oshawott]

I work out on an empty stomach.

Reasons are:
1. I work out in the early morning. Since I am aiming for fat loss, then having a pre-workout meal will break my fast during intermittent fasting.
2. I feel lazy after meals.
3. If I work out on a non-empty stomach, then I feel to vomit frequently.

However, its just personal preference and energy levels.

 

[Shawn]

I don't.

I have a lot of digestive issues. If I don't eat and I do any sort of major activity, my stomach will be in a lot of pain. So, I try to eat something plus the fitness activities I do require you to fuel up.

Cycling, hiking, etc.

 

[Laurentta]

I feel it is better to work out on am empty stomach. This is because one might vomit especially when the work out session is intense.