11. What to Eat
Experts say the best way to go is a snack that’s a combination of carbs (to give you fuel) and protein (to get your body ready to build and repair muscles). Some ideas include a banana and some peanut butter with crackers, a handful of nuts and raisins, or a hardboiled egg.
12. When to Eat
Even the right choice of pre-workout meal or snack isn’t a good idea if you have it right before you’re active. Your digestive system will be competing with the rest of your body for blood and oxygen, which are important for building and repairing muscles. Everyone is different, but a buffer of 1 to 3 hours does the trick for most people.