Early morning pre-workout breakfast ideas
01 A few swigs of 100 % fruit juice
While we’re aware that juice by itself isn’t a breakfast, this quick source of sugar can be a great choice for those who struggle with eating early but still want a little boost, says clark. even just a small amount of carbohydrates can be enough fuel to offset the groggy fatigue, you might feel right after rolling out of bed.
02 A glass of chocolate milk
the same qualities that make this drink a great postworkout snack also make it an excellent pre-workout breakfast. rich in carbs and protein to power you through your session, chocolate milk is an especially good pick if you’re craving sustenance but are not wild about solid food early in the morning. (try lactose-free or soy chocolate milk if you have lactose intolerance.)
03 A handful of cereal or granola
if a big bowl of cereal sounds like a lot, you can also grab a handful of your favourite flakes, muesli or granola, says clark. a small portion of ingredients such as oats, corn or bran flakes, dried fruit, nuts and seeds can give you just enough carbs, fibre and protein to sustain you.
04 A banana
this is good for slight nausea, as bananas are especially easy on the stomach. Pairing with a spoonful of peanut butter (or another nut or seed butter, such as almond) will provide just a tiny bit of protein and fat.
05 A slice of toast with jam
clark says this is a good pre-workout breakfast because it’s easy to digest and even easier to make. if you like, you can beef up your toast by using a whole grain variety (if you haven’t noticed any stomach issues with fibre pre-workout in the past), or satiate a bigger appetite by topping with a bit of nut butter.
06 A fruit smoothie
smoothies are ideal before a workout because they’re packed with nutrients but go down fast and easy. and you can make your smoothie more or less filling depending on the ingredients you use. you could use only fruit and milk for a lighter smoothie, or, for something heartier, add yoghurt or protein powder.