Womens Health Magazine ran a goood article on the 19 Best Fitness Food for Women. The whole article can be found here. This condensed version was found on laurelonhealthfood.com.
1.Avocados - healthy fats to keep you strong and injury-free
2.Whole grain bagels - complex carbs that deliver energy over a longer period of time
3.Bananas - potassium for fluid absorption and carbohydrates for en
ergy4.Berries - potent nutrients to protect you from free radicals
5.Carrots - potassium and complex carbs for muscle energy, controlling blood pressure and muscle contractions
6.Whole grain cereal - complex carbs and protein for endurance and muscle building
7.Chicken thighs - iron, zinc, B vitamins for energy
8.Chocolate milk - calcium, vitamins, minerals, cocoa to replenish muscles
9.Low fat cottage cheese - protein, calcium, carbs for healing muscle tears
10.Cranberries - carbs for energy and proanthocyanins to prevent urinary tract infections
11.Eggs - iron and lecithin for brain power
12.Ground flaxseed - lignans, fiber for digestive health
13.Hummus - complex carbs, protein, unsaturated fats
14.Oranges - vitamin C to repair muscle tissue
15.Peanuts - healthy fat improves endurance
16.Potatoes w/salt - replaces electrolytes, offers potassium
17.Salmon - monounsaturated and omega fats reduce abdominal fat
18.Whey protein - best assortment of amino acids to repair and build muscle
19.Yogurt - probiotics, energy boost
