I feel like if I don't get carbs in before a workout my workouts and lifts aren't as good. Get tired a lot faster. I try to get some type of carbs in like half a bagel. Really trying to cut on carbs except for post workout but pre workout needs some as well. How much do ya'll take.
How many carbs you take in before your workout?
- Thread starter nalej
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Zero. Fasted workouts only. Food before either doesn't affect me or it slows me down, while being fasted i perform always at peak. I know the difference between thirst and hunger, so i dont feel lost without food in me during the workout.
Originalgangsta317
Banned
I never eat before I lift
River_trey
Pro
I know a lot of people on here are into fasted lifting, but my body has never responded well to it. I always have my best workouts when I have a lot of carbs. @nalej if your like me but trying to cut carbs I suggest keeping your carbs the same for pre and post workout for obvious reasons and for your other meals go for good fats and finish with protein
rogue_riezo
Les Enfants Terribles
Zero, I train fasted 1st thing in the morning. I will say that I can push further on the rare occasion I lift after work and I have consumed most of my calories.
BobbyBooshay
Arnold Jackson
Dont eat before the gym, I feel sluggish
Pre workout at most
Pre workout at most
Personal preference aside you have to also look at how available what you eat prior to is going to be during the workout. More than likely what you eat the night prior to and the following morning, lunch are the building block for and afternoon or evening lift.
About 45g of carbs seems to be the sweet spot for me pre workout. Even if I cut and have to go ultra low carb I'll try and corral carbs around my lift to get that in before.
I'd eventually end up on the first 48 if I had to lift fasted on a regular basis so like I've said a few times I salute the coli gym brehs who pull it off.
I'd eventually end up on the first 48 if I had to lift fasted on a regular basis so like I've said a few times I salute the coli gym brehs who pull it off.
shyt makes me mad sluggish
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I agree with OP. Well my situation might be unique since I workout right after my physically demanding job. I'm not sure about the numbers but I usually eat a banana and apple with a few spoons of natty pb.