People are always asking me what makes good pre- and post-workout snacks and so I am always on the lookout for them. As you can imagine, I was thrilled to see that MSNBC recently did an article on the best fuel for your workout and they are:
Before the workout:
- A banana with yogurt.
- A whole-wheat toasted bagel with fruit spread.
- A quick bowl of instant oatmeal.
- A peanut butter sandwich.
- A small handful of walnuts or almonds.
- A fruit smoothie with some protein powder.
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People are always asking me what they should eat before and after working out and the math is simple: aim for a high-carbohydrate, moderate protein, low-fat meal or snack. The problem comes in when trying to figure out what snacks and meals fall into those basic guidelines. I did a fun little 
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Want to see my recipe.
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Here are some great suggestions from 
