Best foods for pre workout

cjsmommy7 · July 2012

Hi people fairly new to MFP interested in what people have for pre workout meal. I regularly train in kick boxing( and now mma aswell) sessions between 90 mins and 180 mins. Is there any foods to eat before training for a boost usually eat around five start training at 7.Also should i be eating back my exercise calories. All help much appreciated

bathsheba_c · July 2012

Yes, you should be eating back your exercise calories, especially if you are doing 90-180 minute sessions.

I like to eat something light with a decent amount of protein (so I'm not starving later) and carbohydrates (for quick energy). Generally I'll have chicken breast or fish with rice or kasha and some salad. Basically a normal dinner, but trying to keep everything light.

ronnio_ron · July 2012

Are you keen on Protein shakes, they are really good for pre-workout as energy and metabolic boosters, with strawberry or half-banana...milk based

chocolate milk is also a suggested add-on or you can try high protein foods like eggs or oats with water, since they can digest and also help with energy....

I use whey protein both morning and evening (weight) trainings...but that may or may not be something you want necessarily...but if you get a chance do try read on benefits of it online..

Prestissima · July 2012

It must be something, that gives a lot of energy and includes much protein (to build muscles). Chicken breast, cottage cheese, fish or nuts. But your meal should be two hours before workout.

KANGOOJUMPS · July 2012

half a cup of coffee!

cjsmommy7 · July 2012

Thanks guys much appreciated. Will be looking up the protein shakes as well never really bothered with them as i dont like milk but may have to give them a whirl thanks

andie2013 · July 2012

I'm not a big fan of dairy, either. So I'm trying "Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard" protein shake using water and they don't taste too bad (actually way better than I expected). These shakes pack a lot of protein per scoop.... and no, I'm not really trying to advertise this particular brand, just commenting on what I have found so far taste-wise.

neddoh · July 2012

Thanks guys much appreciated. Will be looking up the protein shakes as well never really bothered with them as i dont like milk but may have to give them a whirl thanks

May I suggest mixing them with coffee? I don't like milk either, I keep almond milk in the fridge. My shakes are iced coffee, protein, bit of cinnamon and a bit of almond milk. That way I get my morning coffee and morning protein all in one place

jgotteiner · July 2012

If I work out at 5 am any thoughts about eating drinking before exercising?
I never eat until I get to the office around 7 am.

cjsmommy7 · July 2012

I'm not a big fan of dairy, either. So I'm trying "Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard" protein shake using water and they don't taste too bad (actually way better than I expected). These shakes pack a lot of protein per scoop.... and no, I'm not really trying to advertise this particular brand, just commenting on what I have found so far taste-wise.

Thanks for the advice i wasnt aware you could make them with water will have to pop in to the health food store and see what i can find. Much appreciated

budru21 · July 2012

Thanks guys much appreciated. Will be looking up the protein shakes as well never really bothered with them as i dont like milk but may have to give them a whirl thanks

May I suggest mixing them with coffee? I don't like milk either, I keep almond milk in the fridge. My shakes are iced coffee, protein, bit of cinnamon and a bit of almond milk. That way I get my morning coffee and morning protein all in one place

Exactly what I eat as well! I also blend ice with it....Delicious!!

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