Tag: Fasted weightlifting

Did you know growth hormone levels are naturally elevated in the morning after an overnight fast? For many fitness enthusiasts, this makes the question of whether it's okay to lift in the morning without eating a compelling one, with conflicting advice on its safety and effectiveness.

According to a recent 2025 meta-analysis, there were no significant differences in fat-free mass for groups resistance training in either a fasted or fed state, suggesting that the fear that lifting weights fasted burns muscle is often overblown. This topic, however, is far more nuanced, depending heavily on your training goals and overall nutritional strategy.