Pre Workout Nutrition – What should I eat before a workout?
Bikini Prep Coach Blog ~ Pre-Workout Meals
Nutrition is a big part of your overall fitness. However, the timing of when you eat certain foods is also critical. Many people make the mistake of not eating enough before training. However, no matter what your fitness goal may be losing weight, getting shredded or gaining muscle, you must supply both your muscles and brain with enough energy to complete your training session.
Your pre-workout meal should be timed 1-2 hours before your training. This will allow your body to absorb the necessary nutrients before engaging in physical activity.
Your pre-workout meal should consist of both proteins and complex carbohydrates. The complex carbohydrates will help your body sustain energy throughout the entire workout session. And, if you plan to train longer than an hour or very intensely, you should add a few grams of fat. This will slow down your body’s digestive process making the pre-workout meal more effective.
A few of my favorite pre-workout carbohydrates are:
Oatmeal
Wheat Toast
Apple with peanut butter
Rice
Potatoes
Quinoa
Sweet potatoes
Beans
Feel free to pick any lean protein of your choice, and you’ll have a great combination. Chicken, fish, or even a protein shake all make great choices. However, you should try to avoid red meat before training, as it can be too heavy.
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