The recommendation is to consume complex carbs one to two hours prior to exercise to allow for full digestion.įrom that point, focus on simple carbohydrates as they take less time to digest and provide the body with bursts of energy. Be aware not to consume them just before the workout as they take time to digest. To prime the body for performance, focus on primarily consuming complex carbohydrates such as whole-grains, oats, beans, nuts, fruits, and vegetables. If energy levels are sub-optimal, then performance will suffer which will have a consequent impact on our rate of adaptation. The focus with all pre-workout meals or snacks should be carbohydrates to provide the body with plenty of energy to last the full session.
