Eat some pasta before exercise
To achieve good exercise results, you might want to eat some pasta before working out! A recent study published in the US magazine "Prevention" found that pasta can help you reach your optimal state during exercise.
During low-intensity exercise, the energy the body needs is mainly produced by fat and carbohydrates. For intense exercise, the energy demand is high and must be supplied instantly, which can only be achieved through carbohydrates. Furthermore, the greater the exercise intensity, the more severe the muscle pain, heat, fatigue, and weakness, which will significantly diminish the effectiveness of the workout.
Therefore, to achieve the best exercise results, you can eat some pasta before exercise, such as bread, whole wheat bread, steamed buns, etc., to quickly increase the carbohydrate content in your body. Whole wheat bread, in particular, is high in carbohydrates. For a balanced nutritional intake, you can consume some lean protein, such as chicken, duck, or beef, to be eaten with the pasta. For low to moderate-intensity exercise, eat 30 minutes beforehand. For moderate to high-intensity exercise, it is best to eat 70 minutes in advance. If the exercise lasts more than 90 minutes, it is recommended to drink a sports drink during a break. It should be noted that "pasta" refers to starchy foods that provide complex carbohydrates, not sugary foods like high-sugar desserts or sweet cookies, because they provide simple carbohydrates, which are not beneficial for energy replenishment.