What shoulkd i eat for quick energy?

I have an audition today to teach zumba for an hour from 4-5. Then at 5:30-6:30 I teach my normal class. What can I eat for quick energy that will not give me a side ache? Thanks!

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  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    Chocolate milk, or honey, or.......if all else fails, food. But only as a last resort
  • polo571
    polo571 Posts: 708 Member
    5 hour energy
  • DopeItUp
    DopeItUp Posts: 18,771 Member
    I hear chapstick is loaded with calories.
  • tbellamy1
    tbellamy1 Posts: 353
    Ive heard that food provides energy or was it dirt? :noway:
  • chivalryder
    chivalryder Posts: 4,391 Member
    Quick energy: Simple carbohydrates. In other words, refined sugar or grain products.

    So you don't crash: Complex carbohydrates. Fruit and veggies.

    A good mix of the two and you'll be set! Don't forget your protein!
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    Im so scared to try that stuff! I used to use define and it started to make me feel weird.
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    Protein shake is a good idea
  • WendyTerry420
    WendyTerry420 Posts: 13,274 Member
    I have used Red Bull before. In fact I used it last night when I was too tired to workout and knew that I needed to just do it anyway. Also, I have used Snickers bars before, but Red Bull works better.

    ETA: or a shot of espresso
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    Red Bull is good!
    I have used Red Bull before. In fact I used it last night when I was too tired to workout and knew that I needed to just do it anyway. Also, I have used Snickers bars before, but Red Bull works better.

    ETA: or a shot of espresso
  • Illona88
    Illona88 Posts: 903 Member
    Banana and some greek yogurt.
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    Chocolate milk would be too heavy for me but I would never think of carrying around a pooh bear jar with me. : )
    Chocolate milk, or honey, or.......if all else fails, food. But only as a last resort
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    5 hour energy:
    Im so scared to try that stuff! I used to use define and it started to make me feel weird.
  • juliec33
    juliec33 Posts: 238 Member
    I eat greek yogurt and some trail mix before pretty much every workout. After trial and error, its the combo that works best for me...a little protein, a little fat, complex carbs and simple carbs.
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    I bet you remember those commercials..."my lips are sealed...with chapstick." maybe i"ll eat the rest of my princess lips gloss instead.
    I hear chapstick is loaded with calories.
  • bizco
    bizco Posts: 1,949 Member
    Quick energy: Simple carbohydrates. In other words, refined sugar or grain products.

    So you don't crash: Complex carbohydrates. Fruit and veggies.

    A good mix of the two and you'll be set! Don't forget your protein!
    ^This. In other words, a Snickers candy bar (good fat & protein from peanuts) and some raw veggies. Or a peanut butter sandwich. Don't worry, you'll burn it off.
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    Mmmmm I do love snickers!
    Quick energy: Simple carbohydrates. In other words, refined sugar or grain products.

    So you don't crash: Complex carbohydrates. Fruit and veggies.

    A good mix of the two and you'll be set! Don't forget your protein!
    ^This. In other words, a Snickers candy bar and some raw veggies. Don't worry, you'll burn it off.
  • I usually eat a Nature Valley protein (peanut butter Dark chocolate) on my way to the gym if I'm going to have a heavier workout and I think it helps!
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    Thanks everyone for taking the time out of your day to give me your input! Stay fit- Angie
  • lizziebeth1028
    lizziebeth1028 Posts: 3,602 Member
    Banana and peanut butter
  • lillypadstudio
    lillypadstudio Posts: 31 Member
    One of my all time favorite snacks!!!!
    Banana and peanut butter
  • NaturallyOlivia
    NaturallyOlivia Posts: 496 Member
    When i work 12 and 13 hr shifts i drink a lottt of monster absolutely zero. it has no calories, no sugar, and no carbs. it does the trixk but i'm not sure if it could be considered "healthy" exactly...
  • snowdrop_diva
    snowdrop_diva Posts: 142 Member
    Have some peanut butter maybe.
  • angieleighbyrd
    angieleighbyrd Posts: 989 Member
    an apple
  • TeachTheGirl
    TeachTheGirl Posts: 2,091 Member
    An apple with some almond butter.

    http://www.omg-facts.com/view/Facts/6647?id=6647&c_val=1

    The almond butter for the protein content.
  • DenyseMarieL
    DenyseMarieL Posts: 673 Member
    I hear chapstick is loaded with calories.



    lol...I think I'm started to look for you now just to see what you'll say......
  • skinnyjeans1920
    skinnyjeans1920 Posts: 5 Member
    I take 100 calorie almond packs with me wherever I go!
  • I hear chapstick is loaded with calories.
    haha!