04/19/2022
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗘𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁 💪
If you're on the keto diet, you're heavily restricting carb intake and loading your body with fats, which might not be optimal for hitting the gym. Out of the three macronutrients—protein, fat, and carbohydrates—fat can be the slowest to digest, sticking around in the stomach for an extended period of time than carbs.
So what keto-friendly foods should you eat before working out?
Some lower-carb choices will keep you in ketosis while adequately fueling you to go harder and longer.
𝗞𝗲𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝗺𝗯𝘀
Yes, fat is in the name, but these are pretty small, so they won't overwhelm the system—and they do offer some carbohydrates. They're little balls that contain nut butter, coconut oil, and some no-carb sweetener like stevia and cocoa powder. Depending on the flavor and recipe, they could also include a variety of nuts, seeds, and spices.
𝗖𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲
A high-fat dairy product like cottage cheese can provide a low level of carbohydrates, the fat you need on this diet, and an excellent source of natural protein to fuel your workouts.
𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀
Most fruit isn't really keto-approved, but berries in moderation are. For a natural boost, grab a small serving of fresh berries pre-workout. Relatively low in net carbs, berries offer complex carbohydrates and antioxidants to fuel your workout.
Feel free to pair it with yogurt, nut butter, or some cheese for a bit more sustenance.
𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗿𝘁
Greek yogurt is an excellent source of protein, which helps prevent muscle damage and promotes the recovery process.