Which type of food helps before working out at the gym?

Gl4ever

Lately i have been going to the gym and i realize when i don't eat before i go to workout i suffer greatly. Sometimes when i eat food such as a turkey sandwich then i go workout an 1 hr later it still does not help me, and i feel weak and tired. Then their was one time i ate some rice with pinto beans and chicken then i had so much energy. I want to try other food that you guys think will help me get better workout result when it comes to lifting weights and cardio workouts.

chymerra

i make my overnight oats in a jar with 1 scoop protein powder. right before my workout, i eat about 4 or 5 spoonfuls and then head to my basement to kill myself with my workout... the oatmeal and protein gives me incredible energy . i then eat the rest for breakfast with 2 additional hard-boiled eggs (whites only) for breakfast.

i posted the recipe on my blog: http://www.lifeinprogress.ca/lifeinprogress/2013/01/ola-new-year-new-workout-routine-healthy-eats.html

for me, i have to eat before a workout otherwise i feel dizzy and sick. i also eat a carb/protein rich snack before my workout and it fuels me throughout the most intense workouts.

tomg33

Anything, and coffee

holothuroidea

Well, you found something that works so just stick with it!

From what I've read it seems important to have a readily available carb source (like rice or fruit) within 45 minutes of a vigorous workout.

I like to have a calorie dense fruit like banana or mango and a few nuts. The fruit gives a little water and electrolyte boost, too.