Engaging in physical activities
like power workouts, boxing and kickboxing trainings burn unnecessary fats in
the body apart from strengthening its cardiovascular and muscular components.
But for you to be able to perform well in such fitness activities, you have to
fuel up. And what better way to do that than to eat, right?
Eating Before Your Power Workout
Carbohydrates are your body's
preferred fuel source. You need to fuel your body so it can train at its best.
We are not saying though that you should load yourself with plates of mashed
potatoes and food rich in carbs prior to your fitness classes. The rule is: do
not eat more carbs than you need. You want every gram of carbohydrates you
consume to be used as an immediate fuel source, not be stored as fat.
During Your Power Workout
Make sure you hydrate yourself in
between fitness activities, especially if you are engaged in boxing and
kickboxing since they make you sweat a lot. Proper hydration is necessary to keep
your pace while working out. Just make sure you don’t drink above the
appropriate level so as not to bloat yourself. Water is more recommended over
power drinks or sports drinks. Some sports drinks load your body with
unnecessary sugar content that can ruin your diet.
Eating After Your Power Workout
Your body’s fuel level after an
intense workout will certainly be low. You
may have even tapped into reserves to complete your workout. The body's first
priority is correcting blood sugar balance and replenishing glycogen. The best
way to keep up with the changes your body undergoes after working out is by
eating protein-rich foods. But do not underestimate what fast-acting
carbohydrates can do. Also called simple carbohydrates, they are easy to digest
and can supply you with a lot of energy in the soonest time possible. Examples
of fast-acting carbs include fruits, potatoes, pasta, white rice, cereals, and
even smoothies! They certainly make a fun way of cooling off after in intense
power workout at your fitness club.
Want to know more? Ask your personal trainers for more
information about workout nutrition.
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