When you're on the way to the gym, what's the best snack to grab? A granola bar? An apple? What about a sandwich? So many possibilities to choose from, but what's the best option? Well, much of that will largely depend on the type of workout you are going to do!
Below are examples of various pre-workout meals you can consume at various points before exercise following the guidelines discussed in this blog! Remember, servings are largely dependent on the size of the individual. To simplify calculations, we’ll stick to a 2:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio.
3-4 hours before:
- 4oz ground turkey, 5oz medium sweet potato, 1/2 c. black beans, 5oz roasted broccoli
- 4oz salmon, 1 c. wild rice, 1/2 avocado, 5oz green beans + 1 bread roll
2-3 hours before:
- 2-3 eggs, 1/2 avocado, 1 banana, 1 English muffin
- Ham Sandwich (2 slices bread, 3-4oz ham, lettuce, tomato, 1 tbsp mayo) + 1 banana
30 minutes - 1 hour before: Carbohydrate dominant (at least 30-60g)
- 1/2 c. oatmeal, 1/2 banana, 1oz granola, honey drizzle
- 1 banana or granola bar
- 1 white bagel w. 3oz deli turkey
Learn More here: https://blog.nasm.org/what-to-eat-before-a-workout
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