energy boost

lysdha
lysdha Posts: 14
edited October 5 in Food and Nutrition
I need to boost my energy level any recommendations...I can feel the drive but then it gose after 20 mins while workout... my mind is all in it but my body feels like shuting down any help...Thanks

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  • Brandicaloriecountess
    Brandicaloriecountess Posts: 2,126 Member
    Are you eating something with protien before you workout?
  • lysdha
    lysdha Posts: 14
    Just egg whites...
  • momswanson
    momswanson Posts: 76 Member
    I'm sure that making sure you eat a well balanced diet and avoid empty calories helps, however for me, it doesn't seem to matter what I eat or how soon I exercise after I eat, I always feel an energy let down. I just figure that I have to push myself through it and I will eventually get past the let down. Incidentally, that is why I like to walk outside, once I am walking I have to finish, even when the energy let hits! That is how I get around it!
  • cNhobbes
    cNhobbes Posts: 235 Member
    through recommendations on these forums i've discovered FRS energy drink. It's pretty much just a buch of vitamins and half-cup-of-coffee's worth of caffiene. was originally designed for cancer patients needing energy during chemo. it's by the livestrong people so it's not one of those scary MONSTER SUPER ENERGY 7 HOUR POWER MEGA LIFT drinks. i get the low cal stuff (25 per) at Target and it's a noticably large boost during my workout. also doesn't make me jittery or an anxious mess (as i've got a bit of generalized anxiety) good luck!
  • bassklan
    bassklan Posts: 19 Member
    Have you watched Forks Over Knives, Food Matters, Fat Sick & Nearly Dead??? Will change your thinking and your life! Need an energy boost?? I've been doing what they suggested... Fruits and Vegetables for 3-4 weeks. I've lost 25 lbs and have lots of energy. It's healthy and it's not a 'quick fix boost' like these energy drinks or pills. I'm not one for vegetables at all. But, even my kids and hubby are asking for vegetables! My 10 yo is juicing on his own and my 12 yo is steaming broccoli for lunch/dinner almost twice a day! : ) The kids watched the videos with me on netflix and it is hysterical to watch them go to the store or a restaurant now.

    Anyway, sorry for the ramble... Fruits and Vegetables... that's where your energy will get a sustainable boost! : )
  • cNhobbes
    cNhobbes Posts: 235 Member
    Have you watched Forks Over Knives, Food Matters, Fat Sick & Nearly Dead??? Will change your thinking and your life! Need an energy boost?? I've been doing what they suggested... Fruits and Vegetables for 3-4 weeks. I've lost 25 lbs and have lots of energy. It's healthy and it's not a 'quick fix boost' like these energy drinks or pills. I'm not one for vegetables at all. But, even my kids and hubby are asking for vegetables! My 10 yo is juicing on his own and my 12 yo is steaming broccoli for lunch/dinner almost twice a day! : ) The kids watched the videos with me on netflix and it is hysterical to watch them go to the store or a restaurant now.

    Anyway, sorry for the ramble... Fruits and Vegetables... that's where your energy will get a sustainable boost! : )

    sad face! i hope you're not knocking my "energy drink" as it's mostly just vitamins...:cry:

    :flowerforyou:
  • koosdel
    koosdel Posts: 3,317 Member
    Just egg whites...

    How many?
  • lysdha
    lysdha Posts: 14
    About three of them with whole wheat toast 2 slice...
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
    i'd be more inclined to have something carby before working out, like a banana or yogurt
  • MrsCon40
    MrsCon40 Posts: 2,351 Member
    If it's a workout energy boost - why not just have a cup of coffee or two?
  • chatdude
    chatdude Posts: 39
    If it's a workout energy boost - why not just have a cup of coffee or two?

    Or 5 hour energy.

    Or a red bull and vodka. :) jk
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