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title: Working Out On An Empty Stomach
description: Gym Source debunks myths about losing calories while working out on an empty stomach.
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# [Working Out On An Empty Stomach](https://blog.gymsource.com/working-out-on-an-empty-stomach)

 Written by [Michelle Willette](https://blog.gymsource.com/author/michelle-willette) | Jul 25, 2012 12:12:02 PM

Think you burn more fat exercising on an empty stomach? Not so. Your body burns roughly the same amount of fat regardless of caloric intake beforehand. For best results, eat a small amount of rapidly digestible carbohydrates (such as a banana or slice of bread) about 30 minutes before your workout. You'll get the fuel you need, without feeling too full or too sluggish.

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