Worst Pre-Workout Foods

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Flaxseeds

In addition to flaxseeds, avoid fiber supplements, bran, and high-fiber breads before your exercise and instead consume a combination of protein and carbohydrates.

We enjoy healthy hummus just as much as you do, but it may not be the best choice for a pre-workout snack.

Hummus

Flavored Water

They are one of the beverages that are loaded with sugar or, even worse, artificial sweeteners.

Salty foods can disrupt the delicate fluid-balance required for optimal exercises, despite the fact that nuts are a delicious snack.

High-Sodium Foods

Green Bananas

At this stage, the sugar content is readily absorbed, whereas unripe bananas are in the starch stage and are more difficult to digest.

Crudite is an excellent nutritious snack, but it is best served after exercise. 

Crudite

Hard-Boiled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs, one of the simplest and most protein-rich methods of preparing eggs, do not contain carbohydrates for energy.

Even 'healthy' leftovers of Mexican or Thai cuisine can cause heartburn if they backwash into the esophagus.

Thai or Mexican food

Muffins

Leave the pastries, croissants, and scones behind for a more effective workout.

Avoid the whipped coffee beverage if your workout is within a few hours.

Coffee Drinks

Protein Bars

If your bar contains less than 10 grams of protein, it may cause your blood sugar to drop, making you feel more fatigued during your exercise.

The majority of energy beverages are carbonated and loaded with sugar which can lead to bloating, fatigue, and flatulence. 

Energy Drinks

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