Thanks for the information about dspark - already placed an order on it. About the food - what kind of food would be best before working out? More protein, or carbs?
Before your workout you want to eat something that is easily digesting, high in complex carbohydrates, moderate-high in protein and low in fat.
I really like to mix a scoop of whey isolate powder into a bowl of oatmeal with a little bit of natural almond butter. It'll give you sustained energy throughout your workout without making you feel bloated.