Pear and pecan porridge
The perfect athlete's breakfast, oats have a low glycaemic index, a high percentage of carbohydrate and fibre and a little protein. Enjoy!
This pear and pecan porridge with fresh ginger is perfect for those athletes who like their morning oats. I’d normally soak the oats the night before to speed things up and eat this an hour or so before my workout.
The ultimate grain for the athlete’s breakfast, oats have a low glycaemic index, a high percentage of carbohydrate and fibre and a little protein. They can also help lower cholesterol and maintain a healthy digestive system.
Most importantly, however, they keep you going for ages. Unrefined, whole rolled Scottish jumbo porridge oats are the tastiest and the most sustaining.
Top tip
To speed things up on busy mornings, soak the oats with the milk, water, cinnamon and salt the night before. Then follow step 2 but cook for 2-3mins.
Kate Percy
Sports nutrition cook and author 
