Should Women Eat Before & After Workouts? Our Dietitian Weighs In!

We’ve got a brand-new Mini Q&A Series featuring Patsy Soh, a NZ Registered Dietitian with 24 years of experience, and we’re kicking things off with one of the most common questions we hear:

💬 “Should women be eating before and after workouts? And if so, what kind of foods are best to fuel those muscles and recovery?”

You’ve probably heard conflicting advice—some say train fasted, while others swear by pre- and post-workout meals. So what’s the real deal? We sat down with Patsy to break it all down in a quick video Q&A (watch below ⬇️).

Key Takeaways from Patsy:

✅ Eating before a workout can boost performance – Carbs provide energy, and a little protein helps muscle support. Try something light like a banana with almond butter or Greek yogurt with berries about 30–60 minutes before you train.

✅ Post-workout nutrition is key for recovery – After exercise, your muscles need protein to repair and carbs to replenish energy. Great options? Eggs with whole-grain toast, cottage cheese with fruit, or a balanced meal with lean protein, veggies, and complex carbs.

✅ Timing matters—but quality is everything – If you can’t eat right away, a small snack post-workout can help while you prep a proper meal.

💡 Want personalised nutrition advice?
Patsy is now available for 1:1 consultations as part of The Feel Good Tribe! If you need tailored guidance for your training, weight loss, or overall wellness, reach out to book a session.

🚀 Stay tuned for more!
This is just the first in our Mini Q&A Series with Patsy, where we’ll tackle common diet and fitness fuelling myths. Got a question you’d love answered? Drop it in the comments!