The Best Pre- and Post-Workout Snacks

Depending on your specific workout, certain foods can help boost your performance. For optimal results, eat your pre-workout snack one to two hours before you get moving. Then, refuel 30-45 minutes after cooling down. Please consult your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program.

Here are some of the best foods to eat before and after your routine.

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

• Pre-workout
  Fruit and nut bars provide the carbs you need to power through this kind of workout.
• Post-workout
  Cooked chicken with quinoa and veggies. This combo of carbs and protein will help you recover faster.

Strength Training

• Pre-workout
  Nonfat Greek yogurt topped with granola gives you a good mix of carbs and slow-burning protein.
• Post-workout
  Tart cherry smoothie with fresh ginger and whey protein can help decrease inflammation after a hard lifting session.

Long-Distance Running

• Pre-workout
  A high-protein energy bar with around 200 calories will help sustain you on longer runs.
• Post-workout
  8 oz. of low-fat chocolate milk with whole-grain salted pretzels will help replenish salt and glycogen (your body's carb stores).