Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Random Nutrition Tip of the Week

Don't eat Salt and Vinegar potato chips 30 minutes before a trainer ride!

Why, because the fat in the chips delays gastric emptying and could cause some GI upset.
A better snack option would be something low in fiber and low in fat to facilitate gastric emptying and high in carbohydrate, such as a bagel. A small snack should be consumed at least 1-2 hours prior to a workout depending on the intensity of the workout.

A better option 30 minutes prior: Try 7-10 ounces of a sports drink to help maintain hydration status and ward off fatigue, especially for workouts lasting longer than 1 hour.

Stay posted for more random nutrition tips!

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