Power Meals

August 18th, 2010 • Eating Healthy, Weight Loss Series

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These workout-specific, pre-gym snacks will help you maximize your energy systems.

Eating before your workout fuels growth, but a space-age supplement isn’t always the best option. “Whole foods provide more nutritious sources of protein, carbs and fats your needs.

A – Best for heavy lifting
2 or 3 large pieces of beef or turkey jerky, 1 handful of macadamia nuts (about 20 nuts)
Total – 523 calories, 26g protein, 46g carbs, 28g fat

B – Best for cardio sprint
1 handful of dried fruit, 2 tbsp of peanut butter, 60g of mozzarella cheese (about 2 slices)
Total – 452 calories, 23g protein, 35g carbs, 25g fat

C Best for weight circuit
Small handful of almonds (great for memory) (about 20 nuts) 2 tbsp of low fat cottage cheese, 1 handful of pineapple chunks
Total – 499 calories, 31g protein, 32g carbs, 23g fat

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