5 Simple Pre-workout Snacks

There is so much information out there with what to eat and not to eat… A lot of us receive our information from fitness influencers. They will tell us to do something, and we will follow blindly because it appears to be good information.

Yet, that isn’t always the case.

From research, experience, and asking the questions of RD’s (registered dieticians), I have found these snacks work really well FOR ME. Obviously, make changes to what you need, but if you want to try any, here they are!:

1) Rice Cakes and 1/2 scoop of protein powder with water
I don’t mind milk in the protein powder, but for a pre workout snack, I personally feel better with water.

2) 1/2 cup strawberries in 70g of Greek Yogurt, drizzled with honey
When I am more hungry, I find some berries and a little Greek yogurt do the trick! I can get through a workout and I don’t feel sick or overfull. I know Greek yogurt is tart, which is why I like to add some honey to it.

3) Two applesauce pouches
Quick, easy, simple. It gives you a boost and I find it gives me AWESOME energy, especially when I am in a pinch to find something to consume.

4) Mini tortilla with a little rotisserie chicken in it
I know, it sounds so weird… but I have used two of those street taco tortillas and put a little chicken in them. I will eat this one days I have to eat in the car/between many client sessions before a workout. It is very satisfying.

5) Apple and rice cake
I buy a small apple and slice it in the AM. Then I eat it as I drive to the gym, along with a rice cake. I enjoy both of these foods, so it feels good to eat them together. Plus, if you’re working out in the middle of the day, this combination is a good boost of energy (and some fiber to add into the day’s fiber count!).

Some of these sound odd, I know. But if you find someone who has GOOD KNOWLEDGE, you can get GOOD INFORMATION on pre-workout snacks.

What do you eat before a workout? :)

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