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Before and after gym or workout foods, help!

kats0208
kats0208 Posts: 25 Member
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
So I'm pescetarian, which means I don't eat meat but I eat fish and I am just wondering what are the best foods to eat before and after going to the gym.
Any ideas would be great, I'm still fairly new to all this!
Thanks!

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  • cjcardona0829
    cjcardona0829 Posts: 3
    A banana or a protein shake before or after..
  • Matt_Wild
    Matt_Wild Posts: 2,673 Member
    Before: 1-2 oatcakes

    After: A good clean healthy meal

    Assuming you are doing it to keep fit and not build muscle.
  • Elizabeth_C34
    Elizabeth_C34 Posts: 6,376 Member
    Before: 1-2 oatcakes

    After: A good clean healthy meal

    Assuming you are doing it to keep fit and not build muscle.

    Similar to what I do, except I don't do a before meal at all. My tummy is kinda lame, and I get sick if I eat before working out.

    I like to eat a nice meal after though.
  • rxj22
    rxj22 Posts: 23
    My favorites are potatoes or rice for carbs. If you eat dairy, whey protein can be a good recovery aid. If not, Tuna, tilapia, halibut, salmon, etc. are excellent protein sources.
  • kats0208
    kats0208 Posts: 25 Member
    Thanks guys :)
  • sdevan45
    sdevan45 Posts: 74 Member
    Check out the research on lowfat chocolate milk after a workout. It is surprisingly good for you.
  • islandnutshel
    islandnutshel Posts: 1,143 Member
    boiled egg is great for a quick protein. It keeps my blood sugar level without feeling heavey.
    after i like greek yogurt and fruit.

    These are what fuel me but I am not a proffesional trainer. Curious as to what they would suggest.
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