What to Eat Before & After Your Workout

[vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_custom_heading text=”Before Your Workout” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:PT%20Sans%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]An hour or two prior to your workout, you want to stock up on something full of carbs, something starchy. Your body breaks down the starch and glycogen to give you the energy to workout. You might want to have some pasta or whole wheat bread.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]But, what if your hungry and low on time?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_custom_heading text=”After Your Workout” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:PT%20Sans%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]The worst thing you can do after a workout is eat something fatty! You’re exhausted and hungry, I know. But, think about all that work you put it. Try something full of protein to rebuild you muscles.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_single_image image=”8780″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]Try a Banana- Bananas are chock full of potassium which you lose a lot of when you sweat. Try it with some peanut butter and toast![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_single_image image=”8786″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]Lean protein like grilled chicken is a perfect post workout meal. Add some grilled veggies for it to be that much more filling.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_single_image image=”8783″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]Yogurt- Not only does it keep you full longer, but with some fruits added, it fulfills the carb requirement of pre-workout meals. It’s also light on your stomach. But, opt for full fat yogurt rather than fat-free. Fat-free yogurts are often full of unnecessary chemicals and sugars.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_single_image image=”8789″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]How about some salmon? It’s high in protein and even helps support your joints. Add some sweet potato, a healthy way to get your energy back.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_single_image image=”8784″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]Oats– High in carbs, anything with oats will do. Be it oatmeal with fruits or an oat bar. Try this healthy option and for added benefits throw some almond butter in there too![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_single_image image=”8790″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]For our vegetarians or paleo dieters, grab a handful of dried fruit and nuts. Nuts are high in protein and the dried fruit will get your energy and blood sugar levels back to normal.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/1″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]

A road to weight loss includes food!

Eating properly is the key to getting the best results!

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