🥪 Ate a sandwich an hour before leg day? That might be why you felt sluggish halfway through your set. Carbs give your muscles the fuel they need for high intensity exercise. Protein helps kickstart muscle repair before you even finish your set. And the right mix depends on how much time you have before you train, from a full meal 2-3 hours out to a quick snack 30 minutes before. 🔗 Tap the link in bio to find your ideal pre-workout meal. #preworkout #workoutnutrition #fitnesstips #gymfuel #nutrition Before you read it, we reviewed it. Article Medically Reviewed By: Jared Meacham, PhD, RD, CSCS Article Review Date: 7/21/2026 Source: Semeco, A. (July 21, 2026). When and What to Eat Before a Workout. Healthline. healthline.com/nutrition/eat-before-workout