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Eat before working out


Eating the proper foods before and after working out is just as important as the workout itself. You can cut the time it takes to see results with a little extra planning. Eat healthy meals and snacks every 2-3 hours - that may sound like a lot of eating but when your body is properly fueled it becomes beats by dre uk an efficient fat-burning machine (who doesn't want that! ) Kirsten Bustamante, personal trainer and owner of Stretch Fitness Boutique in Toronto shares the top five best and worst foods to eat before and after your workout. Learn how you can make a few small changes that will make a great difference in your results.


Try to avoid anything that's high in fat, high in only fibre or protein, or a heavy meal. Your body will have a difficult time breaking down those foods fast enough and may leave you feeling canada goose sale sluggish. Stick with something simple and yes, eat carbs. Carbohydrates are easily broken down and used as energy for your workout.


Make sure you have something to eat or drink within 30 minutes after your work out. These snacks are quickly absorbed by the body. Try to combine both carbohydrates and protein together. After your snack, follow up with a well-rounded meal 1-2 hours after.


The worst thing you can do is wait too long after your workout to eat. Always try and have something immediately after your workout, and remember to keep it simple so that chanel bags your body can metabolize the food quickly. Try to avoid the items below especially since many of them offer little nutritional value to your diet and will not help re-fuel your body properly after a calorie-burning workout.