The Boomer mindset that we must work for free to reap rewards must end. We work because we get paid to do a job, plain and simple.
Prior to a workout, you want to consume quick digesting carbs and lean protein to support energy stores.
"These homemade fig newtons make a great pre-workout snack because they supply both complex and simple carbohydrates to fuel your workout, says Heather Mangieri, RDN.
Why buy a store bought granola bar when you can make your own? This homemade version combines oats, pepitas, and freeze dried strawberries for a tasty and beautiful pre-workout treat.
"These Mini Blueberry-Lemon Muffins are the perfect pre-workout snack because they deliver a fueling balance of carbohydrates, plant-based protein, and good fat, yet won’t weigh you down during exercise," says Beth Stark, RDN, LDN, a PA-based nutrition communications consultant.
The only thing better than a pre-workout PBJ is bite-sized pieces of the classic sandwich that you can easily carry and pop in your mouth.
"The combination of chickpeas, aquafaba (chickpea liquid), and dates creates a magical mouthfeel in this energizing treat," says Jackie Newgent, RDN.
The Boomer mindset that we must work for free to reap rewards must end. We work because we get paid to do a job, plain and simple.