Take your nutrition to the next level with avocados, the everyday, much-loved food that can power your performance in the gym or out on the road.
Sustained Energy
Avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which can provide a sustained source of slow-release energy. These good fats help keep you fuelled for endurance events like running and cycling.
Plus, they help with the absorption of some vitamins and protect your heart, so you get the most out of your diet when adding an avo.
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Cramp Less, Recover More
Every athlete knows that post-workout recovery is just as important as the training itself. Avocados contain potassium (double than what is in bananas), which may help prevent cramps and supports muscle recovery.
The anti-inflammatory properties of the avo also help reduce post-exercise soreness, getting you back on the road or trail faster.
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Happy Gut
Avocados contain fibre and prebiotics to support digestive health, keeping your gut microbiome in top shape.
A well-balanced gut can improve nutrient absorption and even support immune function, key for avoiding those pesky winter colds and niggles that disrupt training.
Whether you’re making a green smoothie pre-training, spreading avo on toast, or adding it to a post-workout salad, this green food is a must-have for active indiviuduals.
So add an avo to your daily meal plan to fuel smarter, recover faster, and keep your gut in the game.
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Author: Pedro van Gaalen
When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.
