what to eat before your morning swim!

If you're looking for a great way to kickstart your day, why not consider a morning swim prior to your daily routine?

Whatever your workout, fuelling your body for any movement is super important. Yes, even for an early morning swim! In terms of timing, just allow the food you consume to be digested and absorbed into your body before you get into the swimming pool. Prior to swimming, it can be beneficial to consume quick-release carbohydrates to energise your workout. Here are some perfect snacks to consume an hour before you dive into the pool:

• An apple or a banana
• A bar of granola
• A few crackers or raisins!

These snacks, which are low in fat and high in quick carbohydrates, will rapidly enter your bloodstream and prepare you for your workout. If you're working out in the morning, a small caffeine kick from coffee or black tea can also help to energise you. You can even grab one from one of our 3 cafes here at Brio Leisure!   If you swim for over an hour, make sure to include protein and good fats in your snacks. This will help sustain energy levels by providing longer-lasting fuel compared to quick carbohydrates alone. Adding these nutrients can help you stay fuelled and improve your performance in the water.

Snacks after your swim.

Consider packing nuts, an energy bar or a yogurt to snack on after your swim session. This could be:

• Bread toasted with peanut butter
• A banana or granola combined with greek yogurt
• Something easy to carry!

After exercising, it's important to have your regular breakfast within 30 minutes. Some examples include a bagel or some nice sourdough with peanut butter and a banana. You can have some porridge with berries or even take it to the next level and have protein pancakes with a dollop of yoghurt and honey. So there you have it ! The best snacks for peak performance before your morning swim! Look at our swim timetables here and schedule in your next morning routine.