If you start training at Fenix you’ll find out that we believe that to reach your fitness goals it takes more than showing up to train. What you do outside of the workout session, sleep, nutrition, and recovery, all play a part in how you perform and the results you see.
One of the largest contributions is your nutrition and the fuel you are giving your body before you hit the gym To train and perform your best, you need the right fuel in your body, especially before workout.
Let’s dive into 5 pre-workout foods that will help you build strength and reach your goals.
Bananas
These are a great source of natural sugars and carbohydrates. It’s also believed to give you more energy than caffeine. This will boost your glycogen stores and increase blood sugar levels.
Chicken & Rice
Chicken and rice are a normal pre-workout food. It’s a good source of lean protein and carbohydrates. It should be eaten 2-3 hours before workout.
Oatmeal
Remember having oatmeal as a kid? This one of the best pre-workout breakfasts. The food contains carbohydrates and is a great source of fiber. It’ll give you slow releasing spurts of energy throughout the workout. You can also add a scoop of protein to your oatmeal!
Smoothies
Someone just got very excited reading this one! Smoothies are great and healthy pre-workout source. Fruit smoothies are a great source of fast-acting glucose and are a great option for pre-workout.
Brown Rice
Brown rice is another great source of carbohydrates and should be eaten 2-3 hours before workout. It’s a great source of fuel and energy for training, while also giving you a good source of slow releasing energy as fuel. This is good for anyone who is participating in high endurance training and exercising.
There are many more great pre-workout foods, but these can get you started!
