What is a good meal before a race or practice?

Question

i usually eat peanut butter and jelly sandwich and a cup of water or milk. i need other meal

Answer 1

Eating directly before running does not work for me BUT I prefer to carb load the night before running 10 miles+. High quality carbs that come from non-processed sources work best for me EXCEPT I tend to get a bit gassy. Sweet potatoe baked with cheddar cheese on top is a decent source of energy as is a bowl of oatmeal made stovetop with soymilk and topped with bananas. My son who is into martial arts enjoys my pasta salad cold (it is very portable) I make bow tie pasta-let it chill and toss it with garbanzo beans, diced red onions, green peppers, red peppers, cucumber, tomatoe and black olives. I use olive oil and balsamic vinegar as the dressing.

Answer 2

eat breakfast

you really shouldnt eat, only like small fruits or granola bars

Answer 3

This may sound wierd but if you want to eat before you run but don't want to get sick try baby food (i like banana) it digests quikly and although its not the most filling it will provide vitamins and energy that will help you run for longer. I f you wan't a meal for the night before try carbs such as pasta or bread.

Answer 4

How about a snack pack and a fruit cup!  That's what I had for breakfast and I feel good and don't have a stomach ache.  That meal isn't bad except for peanut butter can be kind of greasy.  Keep the meal small and healthy.  Fruit is always a very good source of energy and maybe like a cold turkey or ham sandwhich is something that could be more filling for you.

Answer 5

well if i were you id lay off on the milk it stays in your stomach and isn't good before being active... but try carbs in a type of pasta. a quick one would be mac and cheese but like spaghetti with bread would be better. drink plenty of water and thinner liquids (unlike milk) to stay hydrated and id say you're good to go

Answer 6

pasta, oj