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Best Pre-Workout Snacks for Morning Exercise

Before you hit the gym for an am workout, power up with one of these 8 high-energy foods.

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It’s no secret that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and that skipping it can lead to some unpleasant side effects. The key to starting your day off right is getting the right mix of carbohydrates and proteins. When it comes to your morning workout, that combination is even more crucial.

 

By eating a small, well-rounded breakfast, you will get a quick and long-lasting energy boost. Try to eat 1-2 hours before you workout, and avoid eating food which are high in fat, because they take longer for your body to digest, keeping your body from performing at its optimal level.

Here are some great mini meals that are quick and easy to make and will power you up before your morning workout:

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Best Pre-Workout Snacks for Morning Exercise

Smoothie

6 oz. Greek yogurt

1 cup raspberries

½ cup non-fat milk

½ cup ice cubes

Greek yogurt is rich with probiotics which are important for maintaining healthy gut flora. Yogurt also contains prebiotics, a soluble fiber that helps with vitamin and nutrient absorption, and calcitriol, which can help you lose weight. Raspberries provide a big fiber boost; 1 cup serving of raspberries contains a whopping 8g of fiber and a mere 60 calories! Strawberries, blackberries and blueberries are also high-fiber alternatives.

Nutritional Information: 206 calories, 1g fat, 0g sat fat, 24g protein, 28g carbs, 8g fiber

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