The Importance of Pre-Workout Nutrition
Proper pre-workout nutrition is crucial for maximising your exercise performance, boosting energy, and protecting your muscle tissue.
When to Eat:
- 30–60 minutes before: Consume light carbohydrates and protein for quick fuel.
- 2–3 hours before: A full, balanced meal is recommended.
Why Fuel Up Before You Train?
Eating before you exercise provides readily available fuel (glycogen), which helps to prevent premature exhaustion and lightheadedness, and delays fatigue.
Key Benefits:
- Energy and Endurance: Carbohydrates are the body’s main energy source (glucose), stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles, fueling higher intensity and greater endurance.
- Performance and Focus: Proper fueling leads to better focus and allows you to train harder.
- Muscle Protection and Recovery: Consuming protein beforehand helps prevent muscle breakdown and immediately kickstarts the repair and recovery process.
Avoid Dizziness and Hunger: Fueling keeps hunger at bay and prevents unwanted dizziness.
