Hey, I started running first thing in the morning 6-8 weeks ago, and I have no problem running in a fasted state, although on longer runs, I may eat a banana before heading out.
I'd like to lift weights first thing in the morning too, but I often find after about 30 minutes or less into a session, I lose strength and feel pretty hungry. Not really a problem since by then I've done my heavier exercises, and I can always justify the bonk as training myself to be able to work on fat reserves. Still, I'm a big believer in doing low reps, high weight, so it'd be nice to have good energy throughout the workout.
So I wonder if there's something out there like a protein or energy bar that's easy to digest and delivers quick, usable energy. Any suggestions? I would prefer something that's sold in grocery stores, if possible, but I'd be willing to pay for something online + shipping if there's a clearly superior product out there.
I usually eat mixed nuts & dried fruit with OJ for breakfast, but the nuts take a while to digest. I tried protein powder, which I use for recovery, as Sid has suggested, but it doesn't seem to deliver enough energy right away.
Thanks.
I'd like to lift weights first thing in the morning too, but I often find after about 30 minutes or less into a session, I lose strength and feel pretty hungry. Not really a problem since by then I've done my heavier exercises, and I can always justify the bonk as training myself to be able to work on fat reserves. Still, I'm a big believer in doing low reps, high weight, so it'd be nice to have good energy throughout the workout.
So I wonder if there's something out there like a protein or energy bar that's easy to digest and delivers quick, usable energy. Any suggestions? I would prefer something that's sold in grocery stores, if possible, but I'd be willing to pay for something online + shipping if there's a clearly superior product out there.
I usually eat mixed nuts & dried fruit with OJ for breakfast, but the nuts take a while to digest. I tried protein powder, which I use for recovery, as Sid has suggested, but it doesn't seem to deliver enough energy right away.
Thanks.