Gym Food Packing On The Pounds?

For many, New Year's resolutions include heading to the gym to lose weight and get fit. But exercise experts warn, the foods many gyms offer may not be fit for your fitness goals.
"I think most people over estimate how many calories they're actually expending during the exercise and then they overeat," said Kinesiologist Dr. John Ivy.
If your workout is light, experts suggest drinking lower calorie drinks with no more than about 100 calories. For heavy weight training, experts say smoothies that contain about 300 to 400 calories are acceptable and beneficial in maintaining muscle mass.
Experts say you should also watch the calorie content in energy bars.
Most have at least 200 calories and are only about two-ounces. the calorie dense bars are best for intense workouts.