From Ally13, Age 23 - 11/16/10 - IP#: 74.92.246.xxx Click here to reply Ht. 5'1", Start: 204 lb, Today: 127.4 lb (BMI: 24), Goal: 115 lb - So, I've been running in the morning before work since the time changed because it's too dark by the time I get home in the evening. I run before I eat breakfast and I was just wondering, is that the healthiest way to do it or should I be putting food in my stomach first? Every time I've eaten breakfast first, I find that I don't have as much energy/stamina during my run and I tend to cramp. Is it unhealthy to do it the way I prefer though? ....10 days to the 5K and counting =D
Reply from Marina, Age 23 - 12/11/10 - IP#: 24.36.93.xxx There is a lot of debate about this particular topic and there is not definite conclusion and many people have many theories. My suggestion to you is to do what feels best! If you prefer to eat breakfast first, especially if it improves your performance, than you should stick with that. Your body has a way of knowing what's best for it.
Reply from Ally13, Age 23 - 11/18/10 - IP#: 74.92.246.xxx I thought it was something like that - kind of a way to get your metabolism up and running ASAP in the day. Thanks =)
Reply from Amanda, Age 21 - 11/17/10 - IP#: 63.135.9.xxx I read somewhere that exercising before eating is actually effective because you're burning up calories from stored fat, as opposed to burning off the calories and carbs from whatever you ate beforehand. I notice i cramp and get tired faster when i eat as well. I think what you're doing is great. keep up the awesome work!!!
