What to eat before a workout? The best, easiest, and quickest way is to drink something instead of eating. Since it's important to provide your body with carbohydrates and water before a workout, a liquid meal like this smoothie will give you energy and hydrate you at the same time.
What to eat before a workout? The best, easiest, and quickest way is to drink something instead of eating. Since it's important to provide your body with carbohydrates and water before a workout, a liquid meal like this smoothie will give you energy and hydrate you at the same time.
If you've never heard of chia seeds, it's important to note that they are gluten-free, high in Omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, blood pressure-balancing, and an excellent source of antioxidants. A daily dose of 1 tablespoon, like in this smoothie, will keep you energized and full for a long time.
I recently came across an interesting fact that 'chia' means 'strength' in the ancient Mayan language, so even by Mayan criteria, you're on the right track if you add it to your smoothie before your workout. 
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 HANDFUL OF STRAWBERRIES (FRESH OR FROZEN)
- 1 BANANA
- 1 Tbsp. CHIA SEEDS
- 2 TBS ALMONDS (IDEAL: YOU SHOULD HAVE SOAKEN THEM FOR 8 HOURS BEFORE, WASHED AND DRIED THEM)
- 2.5 DCL WATER
PREPARATION:
Put all the ingredients in a blender and mix for about 30 seconds.
Recipe by Zelenarium