Pre-workout Nutrition: Explained

Pre-workout Nutrition: Explained

Author: Achieving Your Best February 11, 2021 Duration: 24:16

One of the most common questions we get as sports and wellness dietitians is, "What should I be eating before I workout?". Today Registered Dietitians Cassie Dimmick, Alix Shantz, and Sara Kostelnick are here to answer that question for you. Tune in to find out!  


Here is our list of dietitian recommended pre-workout fueling options: 

Banana with peanut butter 

PB&J sandwich 

Oatmeal with fruit 

Apple and nut butter 

Handful of nuts and raisins (2 parts raisins: 1 part nuts) 

Gogosquezze packets and a cheese stick 

Granola bar - Clif bar, Lara bar, KIND bar, RX bar 

Graham crackers 

Whole grain toast and hard-boiled egg 

Baked sweet potato with cinnamon  


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Tired of sifting through conflicting diet trends and exaggerated fitness claims? Practical Nutrition cuts through the noise with grounded, evidence-based conversations. This podcast is hosted by Registered Dietitians Cassie Dimmick, Amanda Rathbun, Anthony Hales, and Ryleigh Clark from the Achieving Your Best Nutrition and Training Center in Springfield, Missouri. They’re joined by local KY3 News journalist Maria Neider, who brings a curious outsider’s perspective to the table. Together, they tackle the complicated world of food and wellness without the jargon or sales pitches. Each episode feels like a candid discussion with knowledgeable friends who have seen it all in their clinical and coaching practices. You’ll hear practical takeaways that can be applied to real life, whether it’s deciphering a new food label, navigating social gatherings, or building a sustainable movement routine. The focus is on long-term health strategies over quick fixes, all delivered with a dose of Midwestern pragmatism. Listen for a refreshingly straightforward take on what actually works, making this podcast a reliable resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the health and fitness industry’s constant chatter.
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