Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness, March 1st, 1999
Should the time of day at which you train impact what you choose to eat beforehand? Yes, says the American College of Sports Medicine In The Fit Society Page. If you exercise first thing in the morning, a small piece of fruit or cup of juice, a slice of bread or even a few crackers provide the blood and liver with a little energy to work with. Eat breakfast after your workout.
If you train midmorning, a good breakfast will suffice. Typically, you should wait 1 1/2 -3 hours after a meal before exercising. The larger the meal, the longer you should wait. If you go to the gym at lunchtime, a goo...
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