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Best Foods to Eat Before and After a Workout

29th Jan 2014

Want to know what the best foods to eat before and after a workout are? Well, you've come to the right place! It's important to know the foods to eat before a workout so you don't slow yourself down. It's also important to know the right foods to eat after a workout, too, so you can get the best results.

Pre-workout foods that would be good for endurance, like a long run, would include greek yogurt and trail mix. Yogurt is easy on the stomach and the trail mix will give you that extra energy that you will need. Keep the trail mix to mainly fruit and nuts, and as little fillers (like chocolate) as possible. The healthy sugars from the dried fruit will give you the extra kick that you need, and the seeds or nuts will help keep insulin levels from getting too low by mid workout. Also, keep this snack at 1 serving size. Even though it is great before a workout, too much of it will get you to feel sluggish and not be as productive.

A post workout meal could consist of grilled chicken and mixed vegetables. Your body is in recovery mode so you need a nutritious meal that contains a lean protein. This will help you feel full and help your body recover and grow. Vegetables are great to get all of the extra nutrients and vitamins you need to help you stay right on track! 

Of course, a protein shake or smoothie, like our Skinny Blend, is a great way to replenish your muscles after a workout and get that lean protein that you need to help you lose weight. If you are on the go or unsure of what you should make..try out shakes!  Check out our website at skinnyjane.com!!

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