Although food intake is reduced while fasting, exercise remains essential. And according to what was published by the English version of the TEMPO website, quoted by Healthline, exercising during fasting affects muscle biochemistry and metabolism, which contributes to stabilizing blood sugar levels.
Exercising while fasting burns stored carbohydrates, or glycogen, and therefore, according to nutritionist Chelsea Amengoal, “there is less energy and the ability to do serious exercises,” because, according to Medical News Today, exercise may cause Exercising while fasting can cause dizziness due to low blood sugar levels.
For this reason, experts advise some to avoid some types of energy-draining sports such as weightlifting, volleyball and football while fasting. Meanwhile, experts recommend doing low-intensity sports as follows:
1. Cycling
Nutritionist Kwatai Kartenegara recommends cycling 45 minutes before breakfast to burn calories and lose weight, as about 300 calories can be burned in an hour.
2. Jogging
Running at an easy pace in the afternoon before breakfast for 30 minutes burns up to 210 calories. But experts stress the need to adhere to a comfortable rhythm while jogging and avoid running under the bright sun to prevent dehydration.
3. Brisk walking
The balance of the body can be maintained during fasting by doing brisk walking for 30 minutes.
4. Yoga
Yoga is practiced at a slow pace as it focuses on long standing, stillness and deep breathing to keep the body fit. Yoga does not require going outdoors or going to a club or gym.
5. Pilates
Pilates is a low-intensity physical exercise that focuses on movements to strengthen the body. Just one hour of Pilates can burn 200 calories.