Each new year, many people set a weight loss resolution. If you are someone who has ever decided to ring in the new year committed to losing those 20 pounds you swear just showed up out of nowhere , figuring out how to get there can not only be challenging but confusing. With all the diet and exercise recommendations floating around out there it is hard to decide which is fact or fiction. One fact that should guide your weight loss plan is that a balanced lower calorie diet PLUS exercise is the most effective way to lose weight. One question that is commonly asked when trying to eat less and exercise more is, “should I eat before I exercise?” Many diets and exercise programs recommend doing exercise first thing in the morning on an empty stomach to burn more fat. However, a recent study showed that subjects fasting before a morning exercise session did not lose more weight and fat loss compared to those that ate before exercising. Fueling properly before exercise provides your body with immediate energy, which can help sustain a longer and harder workout. In the end, you burn more calories, which can lead to weight and fat loss. Not to mention you will probably feel better while you are exercising too! Not a fan of eating first thing in the morning? Start small and stick to liquids until you get used to it. About an hour before exercise, try blending a banana and a small container of yogurt or low-fat milk. Once you are more comfortable eating first thing in the morning, try a slice of toast with a small amount of peanut butter and ½ banana or a container of yogurt with a small handful of blueberries. For more information on fueling for exercise, click here: bit.ly/sportsnutritionfactsheets; bit.ly/fuelbeforetraining
Posted on: Sun, 11 Jan 2015 17:30:01 +0000
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