TIPS FOR TRAINING DURING RAMADAN
During April many of our members will be fasting during the month for Ramadan. While some of you may choose not to train during this time, for those that do we are going to giving you some tips on how you can still fast and workout efficiently.
- Prepare yourself
Preparing your meals in advance will help to make sure that your body is still getting what it needs to maintain a healthy diet for when you are able to eat after you break your fast.
- Timing
Training while you are fasting may not be easy, finding the right time of the day that works for you is important also as it will be the key to being able to maintain your routine. Most people find that they have more energy in the mornings, whilst others prefer to train in the evenings just before they break their fast so then they eat afterwards
- Look out for the signs of dehydration
Signs of Dehydration include:
- Muscle cramps
- Nausea
- Lightheaded
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
If you are experiencing any of these while working out, try to scale back on your workout by doing simpler moves to bring your heart rate down or stopping if the sign of dehydration becomes excessive
- Try and opt for foods with high protein and fibre
Eating foods that are a higher fibre are proven to digest slower in the body, this means that these foods are providing you with energy for longer. These include things such as:
- Seeds
- Oats
- Fruit
- Lean meats
Staying away from foods which have a high amount of salt should be avoided too as they can make you thirsty.
If you need any more tips on how to effectively train during Ramadan, please feel free to speak to a member of staff.