I don't have anything that I absolutely need to do today, but instead of doing nothing (and feeling lazy), I'm planning on going to the gym soon. Some people are fine to wake up and exercise on an empty stomach, but that really doesn't work for me. If I want to push hard, I need something healthy to get me going.
Springtime Yogurt Parfait
-1/2 cup greek yogurt
-1 orange, sliced
-1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
-2 tbsp ground flaxseed
-14 walnut halves
Greek yogurt has more protein than regular yogurt, and while it's an acquired taste, mixing it with the natural sweetness of fruit makes it yummy for anyone. Flaxseed is a great source of omega-3 fats and increases the protein a tiny bit in this recipe. The walnuts are also a great source of omega-3s. Being a vegetarian, I need to make sure I get those healthy fats (normally found in fish oil). The carbohydrates in the fruit will give me energy to workout hard at the gym too.
What do you like to eat before working out?
^ What you've got there looks fantastic. If I am about to work out but it's like the middle of the day or something I love a banana about half an hour beforehand, it's filling and gives energy because of all the sugar in it. <3
ReplyDeleteYeah a banana definitely is a great source of quick energy! The fructose breaks down fast enough so you'll be able to push through a longer workout, especially if you have a limited amount of time to eat before (and don't want to get sick).
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