Precerpt from Grandma's Ninja Training Diary: Fuel First, Fight Later
I used to skip breakfast before training. My logic? Don’t want to be digesting while dodging imaginary assassins. Post-workout, I’d nibble a Zone bar like a monk with a vow of restraint. But Brittany—wise in the ways of metabolic truth—shook her head. “No, no, no,” she said. “You need energy before you train.” Turns out, she’s right. Here’s what I’ve learned from the dojo and the data banks: 🥋 Pre-Workout Fuel: The Power of the Right Bite Eat 1–2 hours before training : A small meal or snack with complex carbs and a bit of protein gives your muscles the fuel they need without weighing you down. Examples : Half a banana with peanut butter, oatmeal with berries, or a slice of whole grain toast with egg. Hydrate early : Start sipping water when you wake up. Dehydration is stealthy—it saps strength before you even feel thirsty. 🧘 During Training: Sip, Don’t Guzzle Water is your silent ally : Sip every 15–20 minutes, especially if you're sweating like a ninja in a sauna. Electr...