Ski Jumps and Half-Pipes and Curling Oh My! Even if you are not competing in this year’s Olympic Games in Vancouver, you can still fuel up just like the pros do! Here are some helpful tips to get the most out of your workout- and hey, who knows maybe we will see you in future Olympic competition!
Here are a few of the best things to eat pre-workout, and remember you want to keep the calorie count to no more than 300 calories:
Dark Chocolate – 1 snack sized bar
El Rey Decadent Mini Dark Chocolate Bars are 73.5% cacao bars made with cacao from Venezuela. They are not only flavorful but satisfying. They come 12 to a box so you have plenty on hand for when you need them.
Energy gels/Sport Beans – 1 packet
Sport Beans from Jelly Belly (the Jelly Bean people) are formulated to fuel you body before, during and after a workout. They contain carbohydrates, electrolytes, and vitamins B and C. A fun and easy way to get what your body needs!
Trail Mix – ½ cup with nuts/seeds/dried fruit
The Northwest Delights Cascade Trail Mix is a wonderful blend of nuts and fruits that make a purely satisfying and healthy treat! Featuring raisins, chocolate, banana chips, peanuts, pineapple, cashews and almonds. All in a travel ready package! Perfect for your morning or afternoon workout!
PowerBar Performance Bar – 1 bar composed largely of complex carbohydrates
This best-selling energy bar uses a special carbohydrate blend that combines glucose and fructose. The complex carbohydrates provide prolonged energy and simple carbohydrates for quick energy. They also include, protein and B-complex vitamins. Great tasting and full of nutrients – what could be better?
Almonds – 12 Almonds
Almonds are high in vitamin E and also in magnesium, potassium and iron. Native to Spain alone, Marcona Almonds are a true culinary phenomenon. These wonderful almonds are unique in shape and texture. They have an unrivaled sweet and delicate flavor. These are roasted over a wood fire and dusted with sea salt. Enjoy a special treat before your next workout!
It is very important that you eat something before a workout! Your body needs fuel in order to work at its optimum level. The best choices are foods high in “slow-burning” complex carbohydrates that are also easy to digest. You want to avoid foods that are high in fat and refined sugars. Pasta, fruit, whole-grain breads and cereals, energy bars, nuts and seeds are all excellent choices. And yes, dark chocolate is a great choice but remember the calorie limit!! Now go out there and train like an Olympic Athlete!!
