Eating a carbohydrate-rich snack before a workout will give you the energy you need to perform your best, experts say. Having low energy can make a workout feel like a slog—and feeling sluggish while ...

Through the ages, humans have fueled their most physically demanding efforts with meaty proteins. Ancient Greeks loaded up on red meat before Olympic contests, and medieval knights recovered from war ...

The relationship between what you eat and how effectively your body burns fat during exercise remains one of the most misunderstood aspects of fitness. While countless people focus solely on workout ...

Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred energy source when working at higher intensities. So, eating carbs a few hours before a run – as well as on the run itself – is a sound idea. But what about ...

A recent Sports Medicine – Open study conducted a randomized controlled trial to evaluate how varying carbohydrate intake and the glycemic index (GI) impact performance in endurance training regimens ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Medically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDN Key Takeaways Eat a meal with carbs, protein, and healthy fats 2 to 4 hours before a ...