Throw DOWN not UP.
Nutritional Considerations for 15.1: Quick & Simple — No Donuts
If you are completing this workout at 9am on Saturday, like you should during the Saturday Morning Open, follow these guidelines:
If you wake early start with the 4 hours prior, if not go straight to 2 hours prior:
4 hours prior to workout: moderate protein, moderate carbs, low in fat, nothing that will cause bloating or a feeling of heaviness.
Ex: 2 eggs, 2 egg whites, 1 small sweet potato
Then, 2 hours prior to your workout keep your meal light and liquid (if possible): 10 – 15g of protein and carbs
Ex. 1/2 scoop of Metabolic Nutrition Peanut Butter Protein + Almond Milk
If your almond milk is unsweetened then grab a handful of berries (for your carbs) and you’re good to go. If your milk is sweetened then you’re all set with carbs.
*If you typically use a pre-workout formula, that’s fine to sip on while you warm-up. Just keep in mind you don’t want a belly full of water weighing you down. Simply use less water in your pre-workout mix today.**
POST WORKOUT Nutritional Considerations:
Same as it always is: on average 20-30protein + 30 – 60g carbs (depending on the size of athlete) in liquid form.
If you’re not typically eating post workout, then you might need to think about remedying that, asap!
Post-Workout Cooldown Considerations:
Everyone should be moving aerobically for 20 minutes to safely cool down after this workout. This means hop on the airdyne or spin bike for a 20 minute easy spin and take a long walk around the parking lot. FOR REAL. Cool down before you sip on your post-workout.