Fasted Workouts vs Eating Before: The LAST Video You Need to Watch (6 Studies Compare)

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  @xPianoscapes · 2 years ago

  Ive been training fasted for 7 years straight. I have almost double energy, my briefing is much better, i get pumps, not bloated, mental clarity. I will never change that, its too good

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  @mattgriffith3685 · 2 years ago

  The summary in the end really says it all. What’s your goal? &nbsp;Scoreboard, stats, peak performance? &nbsp;Then train fed. If it’s adaptation, using more fat as energy, and improving future performance… then train fasted. <br><br>But switch it up for dedicated periods of time (periodization). <br><br>Periodization of your training can be a tough thing to grasp and stick to… and YES… ego plays a part, but some of my best results have come from disciplined periodization. This was a good call out to that. <br><br>Enjoyed this one.

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  @Likhon98699 · 2 years ago

  For me I always do my workouts before eating because if I do it after I get very nauseous

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  @MrQuadcity · 2 years ago

  The key takeaways from Thomas DeLauer&apos;s detailed analysis on fasted versus fed workouts, based on six scientific studies, are as follows: <br> <br>1. **Exercise Duration Matters**: For short to moderate exercise durations (up to 45 minutes), there&apos;s little difference in performance between fasted and fed states. However, for longer activities, consuming carbohydrates becomes crucial for maintaining performance. <br> <br>2. **Fat Oxidation vs. Fat Loss**: Fasted workouts increase fat oxidation, meaning more fat is used as fuel during exercise. However, this does not directly translate to greater fat loss, as total calorie expenditure and diet play significant roles. <br> <br>3. **Adaptation Benefits**: Training in a fasted state can lead to better mitochondrial adaptations and improvements in VO2 max, suggesting long-term fitness benefits. Fed training may slightly improve performance but at the cost of these adaptations. <br> <br>4. **Carbohydrate Timing**: The timing of carbohydrate intake (high vs. low glycemic index) shortly before workouts (45 minutes to 4 hours) shows minimal impact on overall performance, suggesting flexibility in pre-workout nutrition. <br> <br>5. **Maximum Power Output**: Consuming carbohydrates before workouts can increase maximum power output for short, intense activities. However, this comes with reduced fat oxidation, which might not align with fat loss goals. <br> <br>6. **Overall Fueling is Key**: Studies, including those conducted during Ramadan, indicate that overall fueling (previous day&apos;s nutrition and hydration) is more critical for power output than immediate pre-workout nutrition. <br> <br>7. **Periodization of Training and Nutrition**: Alternating between fasted and fed training sessions can harness the benefits of both states. This approach allows for phases focused on either adaptation or performance, depending on the goal. <br> <br>8. **Creatine Supplementation**: Creatine can support power output and recovery, especially in fasted training. Controlled dosing throughout the day can help minimize water retention and maximize benefits. <br> <br>9. **Ego and Goal Alignment**: It&apos;s essential to focus on long-term fitness and adaptation rather than short-term performance gains. Balancing fasted and fed training based on personal goals and phases of training can lead to optimal results.

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  @Itsapuppett · 2 years ago (edited)

  Always felt far better working out fasted. <br>Thanks for your work TDL

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  @Blueberryking25 · 2 years ago

  Thank you for all your hard work Thomas. Because of you, I lost 74 pounds after 7 years.

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  @clrkdog01 · 2 years ago

  Have lost 30 pounds since jan 1st. Cut out alcohol and most sugars. Been drinking just water. Thanks to your videos.

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  @angelabusch3917 · 2 years ago

  I am always fan of fasted train. Thanks.

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  @Mindset88Mindfulness · 2 years ago

  I&apos;m a 51 years old woman and i do at home dumbbells workouts 3 days week for 30 minutes and I do training &nbsp;during my fasting &nbsp;because i don&apos;t feel hungry before 10am and if i eat i feel a little &nbsp;tired before even starting &nbsp;training , 2 days a week i walk on the beach &nbsp;between hour an half to 2 hours with my 10k weight vest but again during my fast but in that case i end up drinking around 2 litres of water because i sweet a lot.:body-blue-raised-arms:

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  @MrSuperj1one · 2 years ago

  I gave up training fasted a long time ago I feel better training obe &nbsp;hour or two after eating

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  @michaelwade9199 · 2 years ago

  I feel better fasted when working out.

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  @stopthefomo · 2 years ago (edited)

  I lost muscle mass during my HIIT if done fasted but that changed when I switched to fed state so it depends on your objectives. This is especially critical if you’re already at low body fat. As an older individual I need all the muscle mass I can hang on to!

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