Pre and Post Workout Meals
It can not be emphasized enough that practicing the proper nutritional guidelines before and after workouts is imperative if you want to reach your weight loss goals.
PRE-WORKOUT MEALS
The purpose of the pre-exercise meal is to:
• Fuel your muscles
• Help prevent hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
• Settle your stomach
Guidelines for pre-workout meals are:
• Select complex carbohydrates along with a low fat protein source
• Avoid foods high in sugar
• Drink plenty of fluids
POST-WORKOUT MEALS
Proper nutrition enhances performance however what you consume after a rigorous workout is equally important. This requires the same careful selection as your pre-workout meal.
The purpose of the post-exercise meal is to:
• Replenish the body
• Aid in recovery
Guidelines for post-exercise meal:
• Replace fluids as quickly as possible (within 15 min.)
• Consume a carbohydrate rich food mixed with high quality protein
• Try to eat no longer than 1/2 hr. to 1hr. after exercise
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