It
is important to fuel yourself up before doing workout. This will keep your body
energized as you do the intense routine. One of the most common questions in
working out is the type of food that should be eaten. Pre-workout food has to
be nutritiously adequate without compromising the taste and palatability. Of
course, who would want a bland meal, right?
So,
how are you going to achieve a tasty meal before working out? EVL Nutrition has
the right answer. Here are powerful pre-workout meals you can do in minutes –
it will not steal your precious time!
Power
Oatmeal
This
oatmeal is packed with calories, burned slowly so it will keep you energized
until the end of your workout routine. Oatmeal is also a great source of fiber,
proven to maintain a healthy gut. Plus, it has a low glycemic index. This
means, it is moderately absorbed by the body, reducing the chances of the
carbohydrates converting into fats when not burned as calories.
To
create a power oatmeal, just buy a regular oatmeal. Remember not to buy the
instant varieties where you just need to add water. These have high glycemic
index. Get a regular oat, better if is steel cut, and combine it with a Pre Workout Engine. This will keep your energized during an intense workout.
Power
Omelet
Egg
is a good source of quality protein so it is an ideal pre workout meal. You can
get two pieces of large eggs for this, and combine it your favorite veggies. If
you have to eat more proteins, add more egg whites. Two egg whites are enough
to have a boost of protein. The power omelet is ideal to eat two to three hours
before working out. You can combine it with the power oatmeal for a more hefty
meal.
The
power omelet is ideal as a breakfast meal if you plan to do your workout in the
morning. Eggs are the ideal protein food as it is considered as the gold
standard in proteins. This means, it has the complete line-up of amino acids
needed by the body for growth and repair.
Power
Bars
Power
bars are easy to make. You just have to combine all the ingredients together.
To create your own power bar, you just have to complete these ingredients:
Flaked coconut, flour, milk, cheese, melted dark chocolate and pre workout
engine. Combine everything together and let it sit in the freezer for an hour.
The amount of the ingredients will matter according to your taste. This can be
consumed one hour before your workout.
Power
bars can be considered as a complete, convenient meal. It has the right
combination of protein, carbohydrates and fats needed by the body to sustain
the intensity of your workout. Plus, the addition of the Pre Workout Engine
will keep you energized until the end of the workout.
These
are the great meals to eat before working out. There are other great meals to
try, just go and ask your sports nutritionist or fitness trainer.
