Pre workout?

[redhead_che 824]

I know there is a fitness board on here, but it’s not always very populated. So bear with me.

Those of you that work out, do you use a pre workout mix/powder? Back in my early 20s I used something called C4 a handful of times and it had positive results. But now I’m post op sleeve and have no idea how it’d impact me. Just thought I’d see if anyone had tried one post op, thanks!

[RickM 1,747]

I never used any particular product, but working with my RD on this problem she suggested that the classic nutritional approach is to have a small meal/snack an hour or so before that is high in complex carbohydrates, moderate in Protein and low to moderate in fat. I played with that and settled on a small sandwich with a slice of whole grain bread/toast, meat and cheese, and that worked well, extending my workouts in the pool beyond and hour, where I had been hitting a wall. Going higher fat and lower protein like a Peanut Butter sandwich didn't work as well, so there seems to be something to that particular mix, at least for me. On days that I did a strength circuit, it didn't seem to matter, as I could readily work around an hour and a half without distress no matter what I ate beforehand, so this also seems to be somewhat task dependent - what is your body looking for.

My nephew, who is an RD in training likes to use a classic CLIF bar for convenience and a similar nutritional profile. It seems to be a big YMMV thing, so play around with it and see what works for your routine.