Running out the door for a workout? Stick to simple carbohydrates, which are easily digested. Some good options are a slice of toast with jam, a small apple or banana, or a small box of raisins. If you’ve got at least 1–2 hours before a workout, here are some more satisfying options to consider:
Oatmeal with fresh berries and nut butter
Turkey sandwich on one slice of whole-grain bread
Bagel with banana and peanut butter
Rice bowl with veggies, chicken or salmon
Yogurt or protein smoothie shake
Scrambled eggs, avocado
What to eat before working out is very important. However, what not to eat is just as important for an awesome exercise experience. Exercise requires a large volume of blood to be pumped to working muscles. Blood flow to the stomach is reduced during exercise. For this reason, you don’t want your stomach to work harder than it has to because that may lead to stomach issues. While some people may have no issues and can get away with eating some of these pre-workout no-no’s, in general most folks should avoid these nine foods before exercise.
BEANS
DAIRY
FRIED OR FATTY FOODS
ALCOHOL
SPICY FOODS
DESSERTS
FRUIT JUICE
CARBONATED BEVERAGES
CRUCIFEROUS VEGGIES: BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUTS, CABBAGE, CAULIFLOWER & BOK CHOY
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