Nutrition Advice

Nutrition for the gym should include a balanced diet with lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, fiber, and healthy fats. You should also consume all three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fat. 

Here are some tips for gym nutrition:

• Eat a balanced diet

  Eat a variety of whole foods, including lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats.

• Eat before, during, and after a workout

  Eat a meal with carbohydrates and protein within two hours of your workout. You can also eat a snack if your meal is more than two hours away. Good post-workout food choices include yogurt and fruit, peanut butter sandwich, low-fat chocolate milk and pretzels, or turkey on whole-grain bread with vegetables.

• Hydrate

  Drink plenty of water during a workout, and consider drinking a sports drink such as Gatorade or Powerade to replenish electrolytes.

• Choose complex carbs over simple carbs

  Complex carbohydrates provide sustained energy due to their slower digestion and gradual release of glucose. Simple carbohydrates include sugars found in fruits, honey, and processed foods.

• Choose lean proteins

  Lean proteins such as turkey, nonfat Greek yogurt, fish, and egg whites help build muscle and stay full.

• Choose healthy fats

  Unsaturated fats may help reduce inflammation and provide calories. Healthy options include nuts, seeds, avocados, olives, and oils, such as olive oil.