What do you eat before going for a run/jog?

[bananaman57]

I'm only asking those with experience in being physically fit. What are you most comfortable eating before going out for a jog?

[Natster781]

Don't eat too much before your run...just from personal experience...If I'm running after a heavy meal I HAVE to wait at least 3 hours to digest it and keep drinking water. I usually prefer running in the morning with an empty stomach because my stomach doesn't feel loaded down (provided you had an adequate dinner). But I do love running any time of day. But eating any more than say, a sandwich or similar-portioned-dished within 3 hours prior to a run REALLY upsets my system lol.

But if I really need to eat before a run, I'd have a banana, and some protein like string cheese. I can't drink milk before a run because it aggravates (I'm not even lactose intolerant...it's just the motion in the ocean lol) but cheese is okay for me.

[sweatgirl]

I don't personally, but that's what I trained my body to do. if I am running more then six miles I will eat running jell at mile six and that keeps me going. for recovery I will eat half a banana and a three egg white omolet with one slice low fat cheese and peppers and onions. I do have coffee a half hour before the run.

[sovetskii13]

I don't eat anything within 2 hours prior to doing some form of exercise. But I do eat a good deal about 10-15 minutes once I'm done because I need an energy boost.

[caesar-rexensis]

nothing heavy, only weighs me down. maybe a slice of bread or a piece of fruit.

[DaniJ]

I typically have something rich in protein. I don't run normally, but I take a pretty difficult dance class, and I'll get really dizzy if I don't have enough protein first. Lately, I've been having a few handfulls of almonds, or a trail mix with almonds and some other stuff.

[craZy_4_musiC_o0]

Before I go for a run I rarely eat, I usually leave that for after the post-workout/run shower. On the rare occasion that I go for a run immediately after Uni or so, I eat some kind of fruit (pear, banana, apple) or a slice of bread with nothing on it. I do make sure I'm well hydrated beforehand though. I don't take my water with me, and drinking a lot just before leads to an unwell feeling in the stomach

[laurkattt]

Before running my half marathon last year I had a whole wheat bagel with a fried egg, tomato and avocado (also some.hot sauce) and it kept.me goingnfor the full two hours! Eat it with some green tea and a cup of water!

[bunnahies]

nothing and if i do, its at least 2 hours before i go out for the run. otherwise, id have gas in my chest/ acid reflux. most people eat after exercising since it burns more calories anyways

[zombiebabe]

i eat you bananaman...nah honestly banana is a great source or energy before workout... nice source of potassium

[jenndrop24]

I never eat before and just a small snack afterwards, and plenty of water before and after.

[potatoes09]

I don't normally eat until afterwards which is normally a banana

[sarmac]

personally i like to work out on an empty stomach. its just what works for me!

[Theguyoverthere]

I have a banana sometimes. Helps a lot I feel.

[alliecheergirl123]

a banana! helps prevents cramps when working out

[MyInternetUserName]

I rarely eat anything, I'll drink water though.