April is Clean Sweep month and many of our members have been coming in fueled by protein bars, while proetin bars are definitely better than no fuel at all, there are better options. A good amount of exercise can burn a lot of calories, so you often need a little extra to avoid feeling excessively hungry. So you reach for a snack, but you want that snack to be healthy. Heres what you should eat before a workout if you need a little extra boost. About 1 hour before starting your workout, you want to snack on high-quality, high-fiber carbohydrates that will provide steady energy (think an apple, a banana, oatmeal) as well as a small amount of lean protein (protein sources that are also high in fat are not a good idea pre-workout because they will bog you down; if you are vegetarian or vegan, skip the nuts and instead opt for edamame or a smoothie made with a plant-based protein powder). While you might want to reach for a small meal, some cereal, or some kind of highly processed food/bar, you shouldnt. Keep quality carbohydrates and sources of protein around so you can grab a quick snack when you need one. That way youll be ready to exercise and expend the calories needed to achieve your goals! ***NEED TO DUMP THOSE PROTEIN BARS? Drop them in our clean sweep waste basket up front!
Posted on: Wed, 09 Apr 2014 11:10:44 +0000
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