Pre-Workout Fuel!
- By James Villepigue CSCS
- Published 04/30/2009
For a pre-workout it is good to include carbohydrates so you will have the energy and fuel to do the physical fitness activities. Make sure you choose carbohydrates that are healthy and not filled with fats or sugar. Something like steel-cut oatmeal with maybe some Banana pieces and a few walnuts is a great source of carbohydrates that is good for you and can help you with filling you with energy.
Also, it has been found that coffee is something that you can drink in order to have some quick energy and get your blood pumping, but do not drink more than one cup because the caffeine will (could) begin to dehydrate you. I ALWAYS have a cup of coffee before my workouts. It gets me going and keeps me focused and full of energy.
Another good food idea before the workout is to eat peanut butter. Peanut butter is a good source of protein, which you will need to build the muscles that you are about to start working out in your training program. Ask me about my favorite healthy peanut butter dessert! It’s Awesome and Awesome for you!
As always you will want to sip water before, during, and after your workout in order to stay hydrated. Try and stay away from sport drinks because these have a lot of sugar and will (could) do more harm than good.
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James Villepigue CSCS
James Villepigue CSCS
James Villepigue, CSCS is an International Best Selling Author of over 22 books. Over the last 8 years, he has built one of the most successful fitness book franchises in history.
He has been involved in the health and fitness industries for over 17 years. With over one million copies of James’ books sold, he has helped many hundreds of thousands of people throughout the world—of all ages and from all walks of life—achieve extraordinary results to their body’s & their lives.
James is most passionate about sharing his mastery of getting people in their absolute best shape.
James has appeared on and is the Featured Fitness Trainer of “The Regis & Kelly Show" , The Maury Show and many other TV and radio shows. In addition to his books, he has written for national magazines like Fitness, Women's World, Muscle-Mag, Oxygen, Cosmopolitan, Self and Marie Claire.
James earned degrees from the New York College of Health Professions and Hofstra University, and is a graduate of the highly acclaimed Institute for Professional Empowerment Life/Business Coaching. He is Nationally Certified as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS©), under The NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association), a certified personal trainer with ACE (American Council on Exercise), ISSA (The International Sports Science Association) and the NBFE (National Board of Fitness Examiners).
