Maybe youre rushing to your barre class right from work.
Do you really need to eat a pre-workout snack first?
If you want to feel and do your best, the answer is yes.
Even as a dietitian, I struggle to get adequate nutrition for my workouts because of this.
But it doesnt have to be complicated.
A pre-workout snack is all thats needed.
certified sports dietitian and owner of Fueled + Balanced Nutrition
Itswhatyou eat before your workout that can make all of the difference.
Here are some of their favorite grab-and-go snacks.
Why eat a pre-workout snack
Really, a pre-workout snack has one major job.
They should be all about quick energy, saysSteph Magill, RD, CD, owner ofSoccer Mom Nutrition.
Heres how it works.
If you have a pre-workout snack, youll have accessible fuel.
On top of that, youve got your stored energy.
More energy means youll be able to push harder and longer.
They provide the body with the energy needed to perform at its best, she says.
certified sports dietitian and owner of Fueled + Balanced Nutrition
Whileprotein barsand shakes are all the rage, you may want tohold off until after a workout.
Endurance activities, like running or spin class, will require more carbohydrates than a strength training session.
When should you eat a pre-workout snack?
That way, you dont have to worry about finding something that works for you en route to exercising.
Not to mention its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits for your recovering muscles.
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