7 pre workout snacks to boost fat loss to the maximum

Turning your body into a powerful fat-burning machine before each workout is not difficult anymore. Knowing the best foods to eat pre and post workouts is crucial, as when tailored correctly, it can massively increase the speed at which you achieve your goals. What you eat before a workout can help you burn more fat and power you through a sweat session. Ideally, it's best to eat about one to two hours before you hit the gym, go for a run, or take a fitness class to give your body time to digest. 

Here are 7 foods you can eat before you kickstart that workout...

1. Protein shake made with half of a banana, one scoop of protein powder and almond milk

This power packed drink will give you super energy so you can ace that workout 

2. Salad with roasted chickpeas (1/2 cup), light olive oil and vinegar

Most of the fiber in chickpeas is insoluble fiber, which is great for digestive health. A good option for a quicka and easy pre workout meal. 

3. Sautéed or steamed vegetables (1 cup) with tofu (1/2 cup)

The perfect fuel before you hit the gym, this will keep your enegy levels spiked and are a great source of nutrition. 

4. Quinoa bowl (1 cup) with black berries (1 cup) 

Quinoa has very high protein content and all essential amino acids. It contains complex carbohydrates, minerals like phosphorous, magnesium, manganese, copper, zinc and iron. It also has several vitamins and is high in soluble fiber content.

5. Multi-grain bread (2 slices) with raw peanut butter (2 tablespoons) 

Multi-grain bread with peanut butter is a great source of complex carbohydrates that are perfect for a pre-wokout session.

6. Greek yoghurt and dried fruit 

Dried fruit is high in sugar and high in calories- when it comes to dieting dried fruit is generally avoided, however this food is great to be consumed in measured amounts pre workout to give a quick source of simple sugar. Consuming dried fruit with Greek yogurt can also provide the body with a source of protein to help optimise your workout. 

7. Bananas 

Bananas are a great source of natural sugars, simple carbohydrates and potassium.