Natural Homemade Energy Foods
Bananas
High energy fruit & easy to digest. Bananas are a good source of carbohydrates and provide valuable nutrients such as potassium, vitamin C & vitamin B6.
Milk & yogurt
Both a great source of carbohydrates, protein & calcium. A glass of chocolate milk can give you a great boost of energy before a workout.
Peanuts, peanut butter, nuts
It’s been said that peanuts & nuts are athlete’s best friends. They provide fuel, energy and are great recovery foods.
Oats & oatmeal
Very easy to digest. Combine it with dried fruit, milk and other foods listed here for an extra boost.
Meat in moderation
You really don’t need that much meat. Consider a small piece of fish w/ spinach and sweet potato, an Asian stir fry over rice, spaghetti & meatballs with a big salad, etc.
Sports salads
Chicken, nuts, green leafs, shrimp, noodles, sushi. .. you get the idea
Beans
A great source of proteins & carbs. Toss them onto salads, soups, etc.
Oranges, citruses vitamin C
Vitamin C helps repair the tears on your body after a workout. Oranges, berries, pineapple, etc. Great for smoothies.
Dried fruit
Better yet combined with granola bars, trail mixes & oatmeal.
Good fats
A moderate amount of healthy fat such as the one found on avocados, fish, nuts, olive oil. .. protects your heart & provides you with energy at the same time.
Combine healthy eating with a daily listening of the Energy Lift recording to keep your body & mind at their best.
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