Some argue that consuming protein is the best way to store energy before a workout. Meanwhile, others claim that carbohydrates are the best choice before a workout. Actually, which one is better? Kristin Grimes, a nutrition expert and personal trainer from Colorado, states that carbohydrates are the right choice before starting a workout session.

Friend, Dream, you still cannot consume carbohydrates carelessly, there are rules before the workout session. It is recommended to consume 1 to 2 grams of carbohydrates for every one kilogram of body weight. Consuming carbohydrates is very important before starting a moderate to high-intensity workout session. Choose low-fiber and easily digestible carbohydrates such as toast with peanut butter topping, oatmeal, or cereal.

Apart from carbohydrates, those who participate in endurance and strength training sessions also need protein intake. The balance of protein and carbohydrates before and after strength training is useful for increasing muscle synthesis. The recommended protein intake consumed with carbohydrates is 20 to 40 grams of protein.

Consuming protein with a source of carbohydrates has been proven to increase glycogen storage and reduce muscle damage. It is important for Dream friends to know that excessive protein consumption can cause stomachache, constipation, and bloating during training sessions.

Grimes recommends replenishing nutrients for the body within one hour after a workout. Ideally, Dream Friends can consume 20 to 40 grams of protein after a workout to build and repair muscle tissue. "Muscle glycogen is replenished most quickly immediately after exercise, so try to get post-workout nutrition within one hour after exercising," says Grimes.