This week on TTF-TV, we were asked what would be the best thing to eat about an hour before a workout. If you haven’t seen this week’s episode, you can watch it here.
As promised here are some of our favorite pre-workout snacks. Remember, the key is to find something that provides you with enough energy to give you a good workout but not too much food that it will make you feel sluggish.
Keep in mind that foods high in simple sugars like candy bars and sodas are not a good idea. These types of foods spell trouble about half-way through your workout.
One more thing, before to drink plenty of “high quality H20″ (Read in your best Adam Sandler “Waterboy” voice). 20 oz. of water an hour before working out will help you maximize your efforts.
Our Favorites
1. Oatmeal with Fruit – If you workout in the morning a great meal is to combine some cooked oatmeal with fruit. I like raisins on my oatmeal, however bananas, blueberries and other types of berries will do the trick.
2. Trail Mix – An assortment of nuts with raisins or dried fruit is a nice mix of protein, carbs and fats. Watch your serving size but it’s a great combination.
3. Energy bars – There are some good protein bars out there but watch the ingredients. Many of these bars are filled with junk ingredients that aren’t good for you. Megan enjoys the Clif bars because they try to stay more organic and natural. You can check out the clif bars by clicking here.
4. An apple and a handful of almonds – Any type of nut will work but almonds are our favorites.
5. Prograde Workout - There are lots of pre/post workout drinks on the market. Although we aren’t huge into the supplement world and prefer people eat real food and not manufactured products, sometimes it’s easier to grab a quick shake than make oatmeal. We’ve found that Prograde offers a nice mixture of organic ingredients and are easily made. You can check out the Prograde line of products here.
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