Eating before early morning work outs

Question

I'm about to start having swim practices at 6am. I have never swam a full workout this early. I plan on waking up at 5am to get to this practice. I'm wondering if I should practice on an empty stomach or eat something. If eating is recommended, what should I eat or consume?

Joey Pedraza · Answer

Hi! 
 
 there is not right answer, only peoples opinions on everything! 
 remember that you have been at least asleep for 6 or 8 hours, meaning that you blood sugar is low, so going on an empty stomach sounds to me like going on a road trip with an empy fuel tank. if you do, youre blowing up your piston for running them dry. so why do it to your body? there is no difference. just eat something that is light, and easy to absorb. fruits and oatmeal make great candidates. some people also say drink coffee and go on an empty stomach for "burning fat" which is terrible idea. caffeine is a diaretic, which means it will pull what ever little sugar from your blood to supply the muscles. 
 my name is Joey, I swam for team usa and now I work with master athletes in regards to physical fitness and nutrition, if you are interested in learning more, send me a message. Hope all is well.

Eating before early morning work outs

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