Morning vs. evening workouts: which makes you eat more?

NCT ID NCT06947824

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at whether exercising on an empty stomach in the morning or evening changes how many calories people eat right after and over the next 24 hours. Healthy adults aged 18-30 did vigorous exercise after fasting, then ate pizza freely. Researchers measured their calorie intake and appetite. The goal was to understand how exercise timing affects eating behavior.

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Locations

  • Technical University of Munich

    Munich, Bavaria, 80809, Germany

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