Best Pre and Post Workout Foods

Best Pre and Post Workout Foods

By Simone Gardner

Eating healthy before and after your workout has several benefits. Working out on an empty stomach doesn't mean you're burning extra calories. Consuming a healthy snack before a workout can benefit and help you use fat as energy. Eating a light snack will promote a better workout. Try eating a well balanced meal about three hours before your workout. Always have protein in your meal whether it's from grilled chicken to a handful of nuts. Below are the best pre snacks to eat before a workout.

●Yogurt

●Trail Mix

●Oatmeal

●Almonds

●Peanut Butter and Apples

●Banana

For a full recovery after your workout, it's best to stay hydrated, so stick with water. The best post workout snacks include:

●fruit smoothie

●hummus and pita

●whole wheat bagel with almond butter

●tuna on whole wheat

●chocolate milk

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