Pre and Post Workout Snacks

Hello!!

I hear a lot of people questioning what they should and shouldn’t eat before and after workouts. It can be a little confusing for some people but its pretty simple. The main difference between a pre workout snack and a post workout snack is that before your workout you need to eat foods that will give you energy and after your workout you need to eat foods that will help with recovery. Think carbs and fats before your workout and carbs and protein after your workout. I suggest having a pre workout snack 1-1 ½ hours before your workout. Eating too close to your workout may cause some uncomfortable cramping which can affect your workout (anything that affects your workout in a negative way is a no no!!). Some of my pre workout snack  include:

·        1 chocolate caramel rice cake with 1 tbsp of all natural peanut butter (if you need something more add ½ a sliced banana on to. Super yummy!)

·        1 apple with 12 almonds

·         1 tomato basil rice cake with sliced avocado and sliced extra lean turkey.

As for a post workout snack its best to have it within 30 minutes of finishing your workout, your body needs fuel to recover those muscles so the sooner the better! Its important to make sure you eat protein! Protein helps in building a repairing muscles! Some of my post workout snacks include:

·        1 protein shake with ½ banana

·        1 quest bar

·        A protein smoothie made with berries, almond milk, protein powder.

Remember diet is super important! If you have any questions please feel free to contact me by leaving a comment or sending me an email: fitstrongsexyblog@gmail.com

Have a Great Day!

F.S.F Blogger xo