Each athlete or person that works out has a similar yet slightly different routine when it comes to a pre- and post- workout diet. This can vary by sport, position in said sport or other personal goals.
Alexas Flax participates in yoga two days a week. Before yoga, Flaz eats light foods, such as fruits and protein bars.
It is recommended to eat light because athletes could possibly get sick. If someone has eaten a very large meal before yoga, it is recommended for them to fast four to six hours until yoga. For a small meal or snack, two to four hours is ideal. Two glasses of water or a protein shake will help to stay hydrated. After yoga a heavier meal with protein and vegetables should be eaten.
For someone who just works out and may not play a sport, their routine may be more simple. Ryan Phanders gave insight on what he does for his pre- and post- workout meals.
30 minutes before his workout, he has a protein supplement. For about an hour, he does his workout along with making sure he stays hydrated. After his workout, he does the same.
Baseball player Steven Priest explained what he does before and after practice, as well as his before and after his workout. Prior to practice, he eats a salad with protein.
On his way to practice, he has a granola bar. The same goes for after practice. Before his actual workout, he completes a pre-workout to enhance his heart rate. After his workout, Priest has a protein drink.
Dustin Malandra, who is Cabrini’s head Strength and Conditioning coach, works with the majority of the sports team here at Cabrini. He said the diet depends on the persons body. Someone who does not digest their food well should not eat close to a game or practice.
The essentials to eat are carbs and protein. A student who would not have enough time before a game or practice should eat something light, such a fruit.
Many people have the same diet for their per-workout, post-workout or practice, but with their own twist that words will for them and their body.
