Pre-Training Snacks

For performance oriented athletes, the timing of your pre-workout snack is crucial.

Athletes can bring in a quick-digesting carbohydrate snack to provide faster energy to fuel their training sessions.

A pre-training snack can allow for higher and sustained intensity efforts and improved performance outcomes. Read below to see a few of our favorites!

🙋‍♂️ Why do I need a snack before training?

Consuming easily digestible carbohydrates before exercise ensures that your body has the necessary fuel for optimal physical exertion and prevents early fatigue. A well balanced snack can also help maintain blood sugar levels, promote sustained energy and improve your ability to focus for the totality of your session.

🔥 More energy

💪 Enhanced strength and power

🚴‍♂️ Improved endurance

🥴 Less fatigue

🤔 Do I always need a snack?

You won’t always! If you had a well balanced meal 2-4 hours before training, you may have sufficient energy stores to support your physical activity. This can vary day to day depending on your previous meals, sleep and specific programming for that day.

Check in with yourself before training, do you feel tired, sluggish or lacking motivation? Those are signs to bring in a snack!

⏳Timing Your Pre-Training Snack:

• Aim for 30-45 minutes before training.

• If your training is lasting longer than 60 minutes, consider adding an intra-workout snack.

• The closer you are to training, the more simple this snack should be.

To avoid digestive discomfort, BUILD A SNACK THAT IS:

• A simple, easily digestible carbohydrate

• Low fiber

• Low fat

Keep these snacks on hand for easy fueling!

Keep in mind…

• A well-timed pre-workout snack will be even more effective when paired with balanced meals throughout the day.

• Adequate hydration, rest and adherence to your training plan are equally important.

• If you are new to a pre-workout snack, start off small. Your gut is highly adaptable and will adjust!

Hi, I’m Katie!

I work with strength and team athletes. Over the years, I’ve worked with countless athletes helping them to best fuel for their sport.

I work with athletes to ensure they cover their individual nutrient needs while still enjoying their favorite foods. We start with learning about nutritional fundamentals and shift towards an intuitive eating practice.

I would love to hear from you and your specific goals!