Should You Exercise on an Empty Stomach?

Many people believe that you burn more fat if you exercise on an empty stomach. But is that really true? And what if you get hungry during your workout? Find out the details in this new FAQ from Paige Waehner.

Do you know how to eat and drink for sports performance and recovery?

For example, did you know that eating high carbohydrate foods in the two hours after exercise can help replenish depleted muscle glycogen stores? Adding a specific ratio of carbohydrate to protein nearly doubles the effect!

Or that carbohydrate is the most important source of energy for all athletes, including those who need strength and power, because it provides the energy that fuels muscle contractions.

Learn More about Optimal Sports Nutrition in Sports Nutrition Basics - From Training to Competition