What should I eat before class?

Everyone you talk to probably has a different answer for this one. The bottom line, is to do what works for you.

I am a firm believer, that it is important to put something in your tummy before your workout. Adding fuel to the fire helps regulate your blood sugar and kicks your metabolism into gear. To be safe, have something light before you work out.

Here are a few suggestions - try and consume approximately 30 minutes before your workout.
- ½ whole wheat bagel or squirrley bread with peanut butter or almond butter
- Small banana
- Powerbar
- ½ an apple with a piece of cheese
- Handful of almonds
- Yogurt (if you can handle dairy in the morning)

There are a lot of tips and tricks out there, feel free to post any of yours!

It is very important to try and eat within 30 minutes after your workout. Try to include some carbs and protein. This may be as simple as bowl of whole grain cereal with milk, a bowl of oatmeal, a piece of fruit and a glass of OJ, or some scrambled eggs (3:1 – white to yolk) with toast.

Your body is working hard and the fire has been started. You must continue to keep the fire burning all day long by adding fuel (food) to the fire.