My preference is to work out early before work, typically HIIT. I know the recommendation is to always eat after a workout. Would it be possible to wait 5-6 hours after working out to eat, or is that even worse for my metabolism? I really want to eat dinner so that’s my main reason. Is there something that would fuel me without breaking the fast? Thanks!
Here’s my understanding and two cents, most of the timing related recommendations are at best maximizing the last few percentages and more like the fitness industry trying to sell products. The body doesn’t stop looking for resources to repair itself after a hard work out if you don’t have a protein shake within 30 minutes. For most folks just trying to be healthy, work out their bodies, and build some muscle all you really need is getting your daily goal of protein in and a consistent workout.