More than just a tasty fruit, açaí has ​​become part of the pre-workout dietary strategy for those who want to train better and recover efficiently. Naturally rich in nutrients, it provides quick energy and helps keep the body active. When well combined, it can make all the difference in physical performance and even in your daily mood.

In this sense, physical education professionals and entrepreneurs in the sector fitness have been exploring the potential of açaí at different times during training. Among them, the personal trainer Breno Daniel, from Academia Corpo e Saúde, and Ekles Aguiar, founder of Açaí Sunset, who combined practice and experience to explain how to make the best of “purple gold”. Look!

According to Breno Daniel, the combination of carbohydrates and açaí fats provide quick energy without causing digestive discomfort, making it a great pre-workout option, especially if consumed 30 to 60 minutes before activity.

Ekles Aguiar highlights that the pure version of açaí, without syrup and with fruits such as banana or apple, guarantees a natural flavor and nutritional balance, ideal for those looking for performance without exaggeration.

Add protein sources, such as wheyis one of the options suggested as a practical way to optimize your consumption. “This combination helps reduce muscle degradation and improves performance in resistance or bodybuilding training”, adds physical educator Breno Daniel.

3. Smoothie açaí

During more intense training, açaí can be consumed in the form of smoothie. “O smoothie of açaí is an excellent refreshing choice, much sought after by those who train outdoors. ar book“, points out Ekles Aguiar.

4. Light version for morning workouts

For those who train early and tend to feel heavy with full meals, açaí can be a good intermediate option. According to Breno Daniel, a small portion of food is capable of providing enough energy to start training and avoid dizziness or loss of weight. glucose.

Açaí as post-workout

Despite being known as a pre-workout, açaí also has an important role in muscle recovery. Post-workout, it helps replace muscle glycogen and reduces oxidative stress generated during exercise.

Experts highlight that açaí is a highly nutritious food, but it must be consumed with attention to the preparation method and portions. Additions such as condensed milk, sugary granola or syrup can transform the superfood in a caloric dessert. “The secret is in balance and individualization: each person has a different objective, and açaí can be adapted to all of them”, concludes Breno Daniel.

By Evelyn Guimarães