Subjective analysis of symptoms of disease during strength training: Relationship between pre-workout meal and performance

Abstract

Resistance training has been one of the most chosen physical exercises by individuals who aim for better physical performance and gain lean body mass. Feeding before training is essential for performance during physical activity. Among the benefits of this meal we can mention the ability to avoid manifestations of malaise, allowing a longer training time. In this context, the present study aimed to assess the glycemic load (GL) and glycemic index (GI) of pre-workout meals in weight training practitioners and correlate with performance, through the subjective analysis of symptoms of malaise during weight training. The sample consisted of 45 bodybuilders between the ages of 18 and 35, of both sexes. For data collection, the questionnaire adapted from Ackel-D'Elias  was applied online. In addition, a call was made to each participant where information about their usual food was collected before training. At the end of the study, it was possible to verify that most of the participants showed symptoms of malaise during physical exercise, regardless of the meal's GI. In addition, it was seen that the consumption of carbohydrates with high and moderate GI, accelerated the return of hunger during training and the consumption of the pre-workout meal before 60 minutes of exercise caused symptoms of packing in the participants.