Nutrition to fuel your fitness performance doesn’t have to be complicated. There is so much noise out there about what you should be eating, which protein powder you should take, how many steps you should do, how much sleep you should get and so much more. This is especially the case when it comes to nutrition, so we’re stripping things right back and giving you 5 superfoods that will help to keep you energised, to help you recover through protein, to reduce inflammation and to generally keep you healthy.
This may be a controversial opinion, but the most important things to set you up for success with fitness are good hydration, gym clothes from a technically driven brand, a good amount of sleep, and a diet filled with superfoods. Here’s 4 of them that are easy to incorporate into your diet without needing a complete overhaul!
Kefir
First up we have Kefir, a fermented yogurt product which contains billions of healthy bacteria to fuel a healthy gut. These healthy bacteria help your gut to work to the best of its ability, helping to improve digestion, to give you more energy and to support recovery. Good gut health also has a knock on effect on your immune system, your mental health, bone health, weight management and so much more. With just one portion of Kefir a day, you can transform your gut health. In terms of where to buy Kefir, you can find it in all major supermarkets! The most simple way to incorporate it is to swap out when you’d usually have yogurt for a portion of Kefir.
Fatty Fish
Fatty fish, like salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines, anchovies and trout, are fantastic for maximising your fitness. All of these fish have omega-3 fatty acids in them, which help with muscle recovery by reducing inflammation and soreness, as well as supporting heart health. Not only this, but they’re great sources of natural protein, to further support muscle recovery. The benefits are endless, plus they’re delicious, so add them into your diet a few times a week and enjoy!
Spinach
Another fantastic food to help support your fitness journey is spinach, or any leafy greens. They contain nitrates that are converted into nitric oxide, which then helps to improve blood flow and oxygen delivery throughout the body, supporting strength and endurance. Leafy greens are also packed with essential nutrients, including iron, magnesium, folate, vitamin C and E, to support your overall health, too. Leafy greens are great in salads, or blanch them, add them to sauces, bake them to go crispy, and so much more.
Eggs
Lastly, we have eggs. These are one of the most cost effective sources of protein, containing leucine, which is a key amino acid to support muscle growth. Along with this, they contain every essential nutrient apart from vitamin C, so they provide a near nutritionally complete solution to people wanting to eat well on a lower budget. They’re also so quick and easy to prepare, from simple scrambled, fried or poached eggs on toast, through to omelets, egg muffins, quiche and so much more. Ideal for breakfast, lunch or dinner, keep eggs in your kitchen and you’ll always have a fantastic, delicious and high-protein meal ready and waiting for after your workout.
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