Snack Before a Workout?

ErinCMDonohue

I'm curious to know if any of you eat a snack before your workouts and about how long before a workout do you eat, and what do you eat?

I noticed yesterday when I had a banana about an hour before my workout that I had a ton of energy and felt great, but I had the most awful heartburn! Today I didn't have a snack and I made it through my workout but I'm a little wobbly and a bit nauseated. Maybe the banana was a bit acidic or too heavy?

GinetteMac

A snack for energy can be a good idea, but not too big as that can also upset your tummy. A protein bar might be a better idea. What ever works for you, now that you've tried both ways, try maybe some nuts or a bar and see if that helps. Good luck let us know!

BevSmith0142

I guess it depends on what time you are working out Erin. I used to like the mornings and would time my workouts about an hour or so after my breakfast and then I'd have a post workout snack. I do agree you shouldn't workout without proper nutrition before hand though, and I'd also consider healthy proteins too, nuts, protein bars, protein drinks, etc. Let us know how you get on.

Dory_42

I love bananas for training snacks, but when possible I eat it straight after training. If training is at lunchtime then I need the nutrition before as breakfast was too long ago, but I need to eat only one banana and 60-90 before training or else it makes me feel sick during training.

ErinCMDonohue

After some experimenting, I have found that I need to wait closer to 90 mins for any type of snacks before a workout. Thank you all for your suggestions!

BevSmith0142

You're welcome Erin. Go kick butt in the gym!

GinetteMac

Glad you found what you need best!