Important factor is the pre-workout meals , which should come approximately 30-60 minutes before training (give it time to digest). I know, I know… some of you will get up about 10 minutes before camp, race out of bed, race to the car (go the spead limit, of course:-) and race to just be on time…but do your best to eat a little something. “Don’t gorge yourself” ….The goal here is to ingest only enough carbs and proteins order to meet the energy demans of the workout.

“I don’t eat breakfast.”….I hear it all the time during camp…. If you want to lose weight, you need to eat breakfast, it kick starts your matabolism. Yes, you have to eat to lose weight ladies!

Also keeps you from passing out on us.

Just keeping it simple; a list below of some good pre/post-workout goods.

Oatmeal
Yams
Cream of wheat
Whole-grain bread w/ Natural peanut butter
Yogurt
Clif Bar for Kids
Piece of Fruit (apple/banana) if your tummy can take it

The post-workout is the next important variable in this equation. The body undertakes special metabolic processes during which the absorption and utilization of carbs and proteins are especially critical. If you fail to eat – even if it’s just a protein drink/ shake, within about 45-minutes of training. Instead of reaping the benefits of your workout, you will not set the scene for muscle breakdown.

Fast-acting carbs such as;

Potatoes (not too much of the tatoes ladies – red ones are great)
Carrots
Raisins
Grapes
Oranges

Easy-to-absorb protein source such as;

Egg white (if you want the whole egg, go for it…1 egg)
Low-fat Cottage Cheese
Tuna
Whey Protein Shake from My Nutrition Store – see website… great replacement shake for after workout
Juice Plus Complete…also great for after workout meal

Your post workout intake should be at least 300 calories. Breakfast should be the largest meal of the day (Eat like a King…or Queen), you have all day to burn it off. Try to get a protein and a carb in your meals.