Should you eat before a workout? What about after? And do you really need electrolyte drinks, protein shakes or preworkout supplements to see results? In this episode, we break down why you shouldn’t enter a workout fasted, the biggest misconceptions around fueling for exercise and what actually helps you perform better and recover faster.

Expert: Amanda Beaver, registered dietitian

Notable topics covered:

• Why working out fasted can hurt your performance
• Simple, realistic preworkout snack ideas (even for chaotic schedules)
• How fueling needs differ for cardio, strength training and HIIT workouts
• What actually matters when it comes to preworkout and postworkout supplements
• The “protein-sparing effect”: Why carb intake matters after a workout
• How consistently underfueling can impact hormones, immunity and overall health
• Signs you might not be fueling enough — during workouts and beyond

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