What Top Trainers Say You Should Eat Before a Workout

"About an hour and a half prior to an intense workout, I go for a half-cup of steel-cut oatmeal—a fantastic complex carbohydrate for consistent energy. I sprinkle on chia seeds, which provide nutrients such as omega-3 essential fatty acids and antioxidants, and walnuts or almonds for a bit of protein, essential fats and of course a tasty ‘crunch' that I personally love."

—Kira Stokes, creator of Kira Stokes Fitness and instructor at BFX