Pair up your specific exerciserunning, HIIT, barre, etc.with the best pre-workout snack or refueling option.
Choose a bar around 200 calories with at least 4 to 5 grams each of protein and fiber.
The vegetables also rehydrate your body.
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Aim for 20 grams of protein in your yogurt.
The fruit’s carbs will replenish energy while the egg’s protein helps muscles repair.
Peaches or nectarines add additional healthy carbs for more energy-and their sweetness pairs perfectly with earthy beets.
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Toast with a thin layer of jam is perfect and super easy.
If you clock in only a few miles a week, she suggests a glass of chocolate milk.
Vegans can enjoy flavored soymilk for a similar effect, since it is high in protein, says Spano.
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Long-Distance Running
Pre-workout snack:High-protein energy bar
Energy bars make ideal quick pre-workout snacks for runners.
(Here’s everything you should probably know abouthow to choose the healthiest protein bar.)
Add the pretzels to replenish the sodium lost through sweat and glycogen.
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Top with fruit for additional energizing carbs and water to hydrate you.
“The berries help fuel you with carbohydrates throughout your workout,” Lakatos says.
(In the mood for something savory?
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Try one of thesesavory Greek yogurt recipes.)
Keep that feeling going with this combo of clean, whole foods.
(For a meal that’s ready ASAP, prep theseovernight oats recipesin advance.)
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