Diet and timing

Just subscribed to the Nutrition Guide. Let's see what they advise :

1. Three sins you all know: Processed sweets, fast food and instant meals.

So far it makes sense, too bad I just ate 5 small peanut cookies...

2. Increase proteins in every meals :

Eggs, chicken and turkey, fish and seafood, tofu, low fat curd, cottage cheese and nuts.
=> I'll increase the eggs, tofu, nuts, and other plant-based proteins, and I'll make a page dedicated to plant-based proteins.

3. Now when should I eat before work out ?
Here is I found pretty good insight on when to eat before exercise :
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20045506

Their general guideline:

• Large meals. Eat these at least three to four hours before exercising.
• Small meals. Eat these two to three hours before exercising.
• Small snacks. Eat these an hour before exercising.

"Snacks eaten soon before exercise probably won't give you added energy, but they can help keep up your blood sugar and prevent distracting hunger pangs.

A healthy snack is especially important if you plan a workout several hours after a meal."



4. After the exercise :

"To help your muscles recover and to replace their glycogen stores, eat a meal that contains both protein and carbohydrates within two hours of your exercise session if possible."

5. Drinking :

"Don't forget to drink fluids. You need adequate fluids before, during and after exercise to help prevent dehydration.
To stay well-hydrated for exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you:

• Drink roughly 2 to 3 cups (473 to 710 milliliters) of water during the two to three hours before your workout.
• Drink about 1/2 to 1 cup (118 to 237 milliliters) of water every 15 to 20 minutes during your workout. Adjust amounts related to your body size and the weather.
• Drink roughly 2 to 3 cups (473 to 710 milliliters) of water after your workout for every pound (0.5 kilogram) of weight you lose during the workout."

 Et voila ! Now let's try a session of Aphrodite !