Pre/Post Workout Recipes
Eating To Optimize Your Workout
Eating before a workout is just as important as eating following a workout. That’s because your body will use the foods you consume as energy and then replenish your glycogen stores while helping your muscles recover. As your experts in weight loss and nutrition, we recommend that you eat a meal high in carbohydrates at least 60 minutes before exercising. Carbs are the best fuel, as studies suggest they help you perform better and workout longer, allowing you to burn more calories. Check out the types of meals and snacks we recommend before a workout!
Pre-Workout Snacks
*Fruits that are limited to once a week are optimal to consume prior to working out
½ Cup berries and 1 Tbsp peanut butter or ¼ C full fat cottage cheese
Tuna or salmon salad: (1-2 hours before activity due to protein/fat combo)
- 2 ounces canned tuna or salmon
- 1 tbsp mayo
- A few slices of cucumber
- A few slices of green onion
- ½ avocado (as bowl)
Any approved fruit paired with a protein such as:
- Apple and 1 tbsp unsweetened PB
- 12 grapes or 1 *orange with 1 ounce of cheese
Post-Workout Snacks
It is important that you nurture your body with key nutrients within 30-45 minutes following your workout in order to repair your muscles. Protein helps build new muscle tissue by providing your body with the amino acids necessary for muscle recovery.
Some good choices include:
½ cup cooked broccoli/cauliflower
1 cup leafy greens (kale or spinach)
1-3 eggs
- 15 nuts
- 1 piece of fruit
Changing Habits, Changing Lives
At The Weigh Station, we are committed to helping our patients achieve their health and weight loss goals in a caring and judgment-free environment. No matter what walk of life you come from, Dr. Lindsey and our team look forward to helping you on your journey toward better health and well-being.
