Choices of Food Before Working Out

Some of my clients shared to me, 'Coach, why do I feel heavy every time I workout?' or

'After our second set of HITT, I am burn out, I can't continue. I just do for the sake of doing and doing with the right technique.' Sounds familiar? There are many factors that led to this to happen but I would like to focus on the choices of food that you consume before the work out.

The food that you put into your body can either help boosts you through your sets or slows you down. The foods that I am sharing are more suitable before training and includes fast acting and slow burning energy sources. Eating before you train helps to give your body energy.

Dates

Dates are a great source of fibre, carbohydrate, potassium and magnesium. They are good for those who are into endurance races such as marathon and triathlon.

Healthy Homemade Oatmeal with Berries

This slow releasing energy food has complex carbohydrates and a good source of the soluble fibre beta-glucan.

Organic Apples (Any apples will do) and Peanut Butter

Best consume 30 minutes before hitting a workout to gain a boost of fast acting energy and protein

Fruit Smoothie

For me personally, dragon fruit or banana perks up my energy level to get my last set of HITT. What more, it is tasty and a great source of fast acting glucose. Add in protein powder if you want.

Blueberries (Not common and expensive but replacement will raisins)

It provides a quick shot of energy and help heart health, bone strength, skin health and blood pressure. Those who are diabetic, ask your doctor if raisins are suitable for you.

Banana (Like you already don't know..hahahaha)

A banana's combination of complex carbohydrates, natural sugar, amino acids and minerals make it a beneficial food for athletes. Bananas are a fast acting energy source.

Greek yoghurt and Fruit

A great combination of protein from the yoghurt and fast acting energy from the fruit (for my Kiwi fruit). Suggested time to consume 1 to 1.5 hours before the workout.

Omelette

It is best to consume 2 hours before a workout to avoid muscle catabolism (muscle fatigue). Helps in muscle growth and definitely for WOD lovers.

Sweet Potatoes

Great source of complex carbohydrates and consume 2 - 3 hours before workout. Helps in building muscle and the extra boost too.

Apricots (if it is readily available)

High in calcium, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin A, and vitamin C. It assists in raising your energy levels especially you are into HIIT and going for long steady workout of the whole body.

Your health goals will differ from one another. Knowing what to consume before the workout will help you reach your goals. It will also make you healthier on the inside and out.

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