FACT: Wrong. “An empty stomach is likely to cause you to fatigue more quickly when working out,” notes Jenna Bell- Wilson, PhD, RD, LD, IDEA contributing editor and assistant professor in medical dietetics at Ohio State University. Becoming tired too soon can result in a suboptimal workout.
If you head straight for the gym before eating breakfast, this strategy can compromise your ability to work out at your optimal performance level. A better plan is first to eat a quick breakfast meal or snack that contains both protein and carbohydrates, such as whole-grain cereal topped with low-fat milk.
