Healthier Foods to Eat Before a Workout

Most people who work out regularly also try to eat healthily for the most part. Most will know the right foods to eat before and after a workout, but some may need more direction. Luckily, YouFit has personal trainers, certified nutritionists, and professional staff members to help create a nutrition plan that is right for you. Scientific studies show eating the proper superfoods can help you create the energy you need to power through your workout. Ideally, you want to eat foods high in carbs, moderate in protein, and low in fat and fiber. Once you decide which foods are right for you, the benefits will be immediate. You'll be able to power through your workout like a pro. But there is a small catch. You must eat the right healthy foods to burn fat and rev up your metabolism. To keep your energy up, try some of these superfoods one hour to 30-minutes before you work out:

1. Eggs, small fruit cup, and avocado – Protein and good fats help power your workout with a balance of protein, healthy carbs, and fruit.

2. Peanut Butter and bananas– Bananas provide energy to power through your workout with their simple carbs and potassium. Peanut butter (about 2 Tbsps.) adds much-needed protein, and you can even add a little honey for sweetness.

3. Cottage cheese and dried apricots – This tasty combination of protein and carbs is all you need to make your workout successful. This duo is packed with nutrients and is low in fat and satiating fiber.

4. Smoothie – This great-tasting drink with nutrients from fruit and nuts energizes you pre-workout or post-workout. Try blending bananas, strawberries, peanut butter, flaxseeds, and almond milk for a delicious treat.

5. Whole grain oatmeal and blackberries – Try plain Greek yogurt, protein powder with amino acids for faster muscle recovery post-workout, and almond butter and oats to keep your energy up to power through your workout.

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Eating healthy foods that can power you through your workout is the key to fitness success. A combination of protein, carbs, and healthy fats is the standard for pre-workout meals. And when you work out at YouFit, it's easy to incorporate some of our tried and true health and fitness tips.

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