Should Athletes Eat Cereal? (Here’s the Real Answer)

14/08/2025 10 min

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Is cereal actually bad for athletes?In this episode, I break down why cereal alone leads to mid-morning crashes, missed gains, and low energy. But I also share how it can work—if you use it the right way. Whether you’re training at 5am or just short on time, cereal isn’t completely off-limits… but it needs backup.🧠 What You’ll Learn:• Why cereal alone isn’t a performance meal• The biggest mistakes athletes make with breakfast• How to use cereal strategically for pre-workout fuel• What types of cereals to avoid vs. embrace• What to add to make cereal part of a full meal💬 Want my Easy Breakfast Cheat Sheet?📲 Text me “BFAST”: 253-470-2423 or on IG🔗 Follow Nick LemkeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklemkerd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicklemkerd Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/nicklemkerd

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