About to head out for exercise? Make sure your fridge is stocked up on these to reap all the benefits
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Before: Bananas
You'll be tempted to not eat before you workout, but you need to fuel your tank to avoid burning out your engine. Think of banana's as natures power bar. They're fast acting carbohydrates and are packed with potassium, which helps with nerve and muscle function.
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After: Chicken
Your body will be in recovery mode, so you'll need to get some protein in there quick. Lean protein like chicken is ideal because it helps repair as well as build your muscle.
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Before: Greek Yogurt
Believe it or not, this is packed with high quality protein and pro-biotics which will keep your gut in check during your workout, so you don't get that nauseous feeling.
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Before: Oats
Oast are packed with fibre which helps release a steady flow of carbohydrate energy into your bloodstream, so you'll have a the same amount of energy at the start of your workout, the middle and the end.
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After: Salmon
Apart from the usual protein perks, salmon helps reduce inflammation while regulating insulin levels to give support to your joints. It'll also make you feel surprisingly full for a long time. Bonus!