losing weight and giving blood

As often happens during the summer, there is a blood shortage in my area and I am going to donate tomorrow. I know that I should make sure to be well-hydrated before I donate, and that I should take it easy for the rest of the day afterward, and that OJ is a good way to keep my blood sugar up.

It has been a long time since I gave blood. Will I be able to work out on Thursday morning? Should I eat a larger-than-usual meal on Wednesday night (obviously choosing iron-rich foods)? Red Cross materials don't really address diet and exercise questions for people who are restricting calories and working out a lot. So what are people's experiences?

thanks, Neon

Tue. Aug 29, 11:35am

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