Food before and after the gym

thankyou4thevenom
thankyou4thevenom Posts: 1,581 Member
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
So what are some good whole food to eat before and after a work out. I've gathered protein is good for after, but what about before?
Also any recommendations of the kind of protein. I don't want to eat protein bars or shakes, only whole foods please. Same for the before, no bars or artificial drinks. Please and thanks.

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  • rosebarnalice
    rosebarnalice Posts: 3,488 Member
    I like an apple or an orange
  • SeaShell33
    SeaShell33 Posts: 141
    a hard boiled egg maybe
  • 6Pk2Go
    6Pk2Go Posts: 105
    I find a banana or apple can work as a good before snack or a handful of raw almonds. After, assuming a good mix of cardio and strength training while you were at the gym, I enjoy a boiled egg and cup of oatmeal with an orange or cantalope.
  • velix
    velix Posts: 437 Member
    toast and honey is great before (honey being the key)
  • carl1738
    carl1738 Posts: 444 Member
    Milk is a great source of protein for before or after workouts. It has whey, for quick absorbtion into your bloodstream, as well as casein, which takes longer to digest and gives your body a steady stream of protein for hours afterward. As well, it supplies you with carbs for energy (especially chocolate milk) and other nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. It's easy to prepare and consume, especially if you're in a hurry.
  • thankyou4thevenom
    thankyou4thevenom Posts: 1,581 Member
    Milk is a great source of protein for before or after workouts. It has whey, for quick absorbtion into your bloodstream, as well as casein, which takes longer to digest and gives your body a steady stream of protein for hours afterward. As well, it supplies you with carbs for energy (especially chocolate milk) and other nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. It's easy to prepare and consume, especially if you're in a hurry.

    The perfect excuse to add chocolate milk to my diet.
    :laugh:
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