when to eat before workout

[bigronny]

whats the best time to have last meal before going to workout?? 1 hours before 2 or 3 ,

 

[Lonsdale]

a normal meal takes about 2.5 hours to digest to a decent level, from what i've heard. so have your last proper meal like two or so hours before your workout - at least that's what i've found to be best for me. I generally have a cheeky protein shake half and hour before hand as well.

 

[pintoca]

I normally do it between 1 and 2 hours before, not an exact science as it depends on WHAT you are eating.

 

[bigronny]

how about shake

 

[nikkita]

since I make my meals every 2.5 to 3 hours. For workout I usually have my meal at least 1 to 1.5 hour before, because after 2.5 hours I start to feeling empty and find difficult to train at my 100%

 

[bettyboop]

how about shake

Yes, you can have a shake right before the gym, or even on the way. But try to have some solid foods a couple of hours before you work out.

 

[johnsbod]

Yes, you can have a shake right before the gym, or even on the way. But try to have some solid foods a couple of hours before you work out.

I agree. I try to get most of my nutrients from real food.

IMO you should eat about 1.5-2 hours before hitting the gym, have a shake right before and right after your workout.

 

[Tomek.. The HULK]

mmmm.. interesting..
I've been eating 30 mins before workout.. guess now i realise why i have "flat spots"