Fuel Your Muscles + Free Activity Calculator

Advertisement Staying fit on a busy schedule means being on the lookout for the most efficient ways to exercise. As you focus on making the most of your workout time, don't forget that eating properly before and jumpstarting your recovery quickly after your workout can be key to being prepared for your next session. That's where PowerBar ProteinPlus® protein bars come in. They are designed for use before or after a workout to aid in muscle growth and recovery and are also a convenient source of high quality protein to add to your overall diet. Each bar contains PowerBar® TriSource™ protein blend, a proprietary blend of whey, soy and casein proteins that are digested at different rates to deliver a steady supply of muscle- building amino acids. Eat a half or full bar before or after strength training workouts to help support muscle growth and repair. You can also get the benefits of TriSource™ protein with PowerBar ProteinPlus® Reduced Sugar, which contains only 1g of sugar in each bar. PLAN AHEAD It's important to be properly fueled for your fitness program. When your body has the fuel it needs to perform, you can make the most out of your workout and get one step closer to reaching your fitness goals. To help you plan ahead, PowerBar® put together a free tool that calculates how many calories you burn during various workouts and activities, from cardio to strength training and everything in between. Click below to learn what you burn, so you can feed your muscles right and keep them coming back for more. BEFORE AND AFTER The best way to prepare your body for exercise is to eat a predominantly carb-based meal with lean protein about two to four hours before your workout. After you exercise, you should aim to begin eating for recovery within 30 minutes of finishing your workout. Your recovery meal should combine carbs and protein as well. Carbohydrates will restore your energy reserves and protein will help in the repair and building of muscle tissue. Here are three great options: A breakfast burrito with scrambled eggs, salsa, low-fat cheese in a flour tortilla and fruit juice may be a great pre-workout meal 2-3 hours prior to exercise. A small turkey club sandwich with fruit or fruit juice is also a great option for a pre-workout meal. Low-fat Greek yogurt topped with low fat granola and fresh fruit can be a pre-workout snack or part of your recovery strategy. ON THE GO Cooking your own healthy meals before and after workouts is a smart way to feed your muscles, but let's face it—sometimes we don't have time for all that. When you are trying to fit a workout into a busy schedule, you need to find a quick, convenient way to get the nutrition you need. Healthy, portable foods can help keep you fueled on the go. Make a batch of homemade trail mix with raw almonds and dried apricots, or stash PowerBar® bars or bites in your gym bag. To find local retailers who stock an assortment of PowerBar® products for before, during and after your workouts, click below. Unless otherwise noted, all trademarks are owned by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland. © 2011 Nestlé Periodically you may receive offers from companies that we think will be of interest to you. However, your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. Please know that your e-mail address has not been shared with this advertiser. Subscribe to: Unsubscribe   Your Privacy Rights Copyright 2011 by Rodale Inc. Customer Service Dept., 33 East Minor Street, Emmaus, PA 18098