Can anyone recommend what's a good type of energy food to eat before a workout. I find my energy levels are quite low. I go to the Gym normally early in the mornings so breakfast ideas would be much appreciated. Band is also quite tight so limited as to what I can eat.

I just put unjury protein powder in my water before going to the gym . Then I always take string cheese if I am going to be there a while

Morning is very tough for me. I usually do a high Protein shake but try to do it no closer than an hour before the workout as I get 'BG" (Bubble gut as my trainer calls it). I also use a workout supplement but that is not for everyone. My workouts are pretty intense. There are a ton of them out there and they seem to work differently for different people. I use Jack3D. Tastes like crap but definitely keeps me up for my training session.

Disclaimer: I am no medical professional and I know those supplements have ardent proponents and detractors. Simply saying what I do.

i go to the gym around 5 every morning so im not exactly hungry when i leave the house but i do drink a pre exercise supplement called Jack3D, it gives you extra energy and stimulates your metabolism. After my workout( cardio days=1hr, strenght and cardio days=1 1/2 hrs) i sit in the sauna(10-15 mins) and drink my protein shake to help my body recover and plenty of water of course.....breakfast is usually about 8:30 for me, have an awesome recipe for crustless quiche that you can make ahead of time, pop it in the microwave and your good to go thru lunch or early snack time(usually greek yogurt @11:30) ....my band seems to be more restricted in the morning so i tend to eat more mushie food

i use this website alot for recipe ideas, hope it helps you find some good stuff to eat www.personal-nutrition-guide.com, select wt loss surgery on the side tab then lap band diet...Good Luck on your journey

oldschool76....i use Jack3d too but i actually think it tastes better than all the other pre workout mixes i've tried...it does work though

oldschool76....i use Jack3d too but i actually think it tastes better than all the other pre workout mixes i've tried...it does work though

Oh I agree. They all seem to taste like crap. I just have to remind myself that I am not drinking for pleasure. I have used Jack (three flavors), SuperPump and Crave. Jack seems to be the best.

Thanks guys. Some great ideas. I'm gonna try Jac3d sounds like this drink would be best before a workout:)

my favorite Jack3d flavor is the raspberry lemonade