Nutritious breakfast for exercise and concentration?

Question

At the moment, I'm doing some serious horseback riding. Not trail riding, rather, gymnatics, jumping, and various other exercises that need a fair amount of energy, AND concentration. As I ride in the morning, I've been experimenting with my breakfast to see if it makes a difference. I've found that too much protein makes it difficult for me to get into my quick thinking, "concentration" mode, although it gives me the right amount of energy. I don't need to be bouncing off the walls-- I DO need to be able to relax and focus! What's the ideal breakfast?

Note-- I don't eat dairy, and I'd like to stay away from power drinks, bars, etc.

Answer 1

If you are doing hard physical activity within 30 minutes of waking up, then I'd suggest drinking only a cup of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice or warm water with lemon.

Then AFTER your workout, I'd eat some breakfast.

However, if you are doing this exercise like 2 or more hours after waking up, then I'd start with a cup of warm water upon arising, and then wait 10 minutes and eat chicken & vegetables or fish and vegetables, or beans & vegetables, but stay away from grains in the morning or else you'll be wanting a nap within 2 hours of eating the grains.