what to eat before after a workout
If youâre tackling aerobic exercise (hiking, biking, HIIT), when you eat is just as key as what you eat. Fuel up: Choose a pre-workout meal thatâs low in fat and sugar, moderate in protein and high in carbs, like a smoothie made with almond milk, banana and berries. Have it 60 to 90 minutes before your workout: âThe meal should be digested to provide fuel to the working muscles,â says Lewin.
After your workout, Ms. Platt recommends refueling with: 1  Fluids. Drink water, of course. 2  Carbohydrates. You burn a lot of carbohydrates â the main fuel for your muscles â when you exercise. 3  Protein. Eat things with protein to help repair and grow your muscles.
What to Eat Before Exercise. Because glucose is the preferred energy source for most exercise, a pre-exercise meal should include foods that are high in carbohydrates and easy to digest. This include foods such as pasta, fruits, breads, energy bars and drinks. Also see.