The caffeine in coffee makes it a stimulant and coffee acts as a diuretic, which can cause temporary water weight loss. Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D., a MayoClinic.com nutritionist, states that while a few studies have indicated that caffeine can help with weight loss, there is no evidence that caffeine consumption results in permanent weight loss. Coffee before your workout may help give you an energy boost to burn more calories, but make sure you have it black. Coffee drinks such as mochas and lattes increase your coffee's calorie count with fat and sugar.
Step 1
Drink your morning coffee black 30 minutes before you eat breakfast to help curb your appetite.
Step 2
Drink one cup of coffee before your workout to increase your stamina and help alleviate muscle soreness, according to Eureka Alert. Avoid drinking coffee before evening workouts, as this can cause insomnia.
Step 3
Add one-half a cup of coffee to your protein shake and drink it before your workout.
Tips and Warnings
- Avoid coffee if it makes you jittery or causes nervousness or insomnia.
- Check with your doctor before beginning a new diet or fitness program.
References
- MayoClinic.com: Does Caffeine Increase Weight Loss?
- MayoClinic.com: Coffee Calories: Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Goals?
- BodyBuilding.com: "The Truth About Caffeine": Belinda Benn
- BodyBuilding.com: "See What Coffee Can Do For Your Training": Curtis Schultz
- Urek Alert: A Little Java Makes It Easier to Jive, Researcher Says
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