Cereal decision -to eat breakfast or not

 Im  I setting myself up for failure by not eating breakfast especially before a workout?? The short answer? Not necessarily. The Research Says eating habits should be tailored to your biology, not outdated rules like “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” In fact, many people thrive on a later eating window — (time-restricted eating)— where breakfast is delayed or skipped entirely. This has been shown to help with: 

• Improved metabolic flexibility
• Better insulin sensitivity
• Appetite regulation

 Although Fasting has been shown to be no more effective for weight loss than a effective calorie controlled diet. With exercise it gets nuanced. Fasted workouts can work well — particularly for lower-intensity sessions like walking, cycling, mobility, or light resistance training under 60 minutes. However, for higher-intensity, long duration, or strength-focused workouts, skipping fuel can sometimes backfire: 

• Reduced energy
• Less strength output
• Higher cortisol levels
• Risk of muscle breakdown if protein intake is too low over time

 As a side note I don’t know of any professional team that skips meals Fasted might work well if you: 

• Feel energetic and strong in workouts without eating
• Prioritize post-workout recovery nutrition
• Enjoy the simplicity of not eating early in the morning
• Are focused on body composition, fat loss, or time efficiency

  But consider a light pre-workout fuel if you: 

• Feel sluggish or dizzy during workouts
• Are lifting heavier or training with greater intensity
• Have a history of energy crashes or low mood post-workout
• Are losing lean mass or struggle with recovery

 You don’t need a full breakfast — a simple protein shake, a banana or yoghurt does the trick.. As a Final Thought. Fasted training isn’t a hack, and breakfast isn’t a rule. It’s about what works for you. As Professor Tim Spector often says — your body is unique. Let your experience and biology be the guide, not outdated fitness folklore.

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