Bodybuilding Questions - Protein Before Morning Cardio

Bodybuilding Question:
I read about doing cardio in the morning on an empty stomach. Will this tap into lean muscle for energy instead of fat stores?

Also, since I try to eat every 2 hours, I find myself hungry around 8pm which is 2 hours after dinner. Any recommended snacks for this time?

Bodybuilding Answer:
To make sure you don't tap into muscle, have a scoop (20-25 grams) of whey protein powder in water 20-30 minutes before you start. This will give you enough protein to ensure protein and amino acids are not being broken down during the cardio session. Just make sure to limit all carbs before cardio.

A great late night snack is a cup of cottage cheese (nonfat) with a scoop of vanilla protein powder and ground cinnamon. Mix it all up in a bowl and it actually tastes very good. If you want to completely cut carbs out, try a broiled chicken breast with a few scoops of salsa on top.

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