Exercise can not only strengthen the body, but also prevent various chronic diseases. Most people like to exercise after meals. In fact, it is not advisable to run or exercise directly after meals, which will stimulate the stomach and cause nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps and other discomfort. At the same time, after a full meal, the digestive system of the body needs a lot of blood to help digest food and absorb nutrients. If you exercise immediately, your body muscles also need a lot of blood to participate. Blood supplies digestive system and muscle tissue at the same time, which easily leads to digestive dysfunction, indigestion and exercise effect.

So how long can I exercise after meals?

According to the intensity of exercise, you can take a walk, walk, square dance, Tai Ji Chuan and other light exercises from half an hour to one hour after meals. Moderate exercise such as jogging, weight-loss exercises and cycling can be carried out one to two hours after meals. High-intensity sports such as long-distance running, skipping rope, playing football and basketball should be carried out two to three hours after meals.

According to your appetite, if you eat a lot before exercise, the food you eat is mainly protein and fat, which are not easy to digest. It is best to exercise for more than two hours after meals. If the meal is small, the food is carbohydrates, vegetables, fruits or streams.