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Is it okay to swim when hungry?

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According to a 2024 article from the American Red Cross, the long-held parental warning that you'll get cramps and drown if you swim after eating is a myth. However, the real question of whether it's okay to swim when hungry involves a careful balance of potential benefits, like accelerated fat burning, with significant risks, such as fatigue and impaired performance.