Think you will undo the hard work during that intense, invigorating workout by snacking afterward? Think again. Studies have shown that the two hours after exercise are the most critical for post-workout nutrition for muscle growth, repair, and recovery.
After you exercise, your body needs to replace the lost glycogen stores (i.e. muscle fuel) for building and repairing muscle. Combining protein and carbohydrates will promote post-workout recovery. Choose wisely, though, or you surely will undo your hard work! And don’t forget to rehydrate! Check out these top 5 post-workout snacks – no Big Macs on this list:
Peanut butter & banana on toast
Yogurt & berries
Apple & peanut butter
Low-fat cheese & whole grain crackers
Eggs & juice
Not sure about serving sizes? No problem! Check out this handy table. Stay tuned for my series on “How much should you eat?” which explores the basics of the right amount of protein, carbohydrates, and fat that you should be eating. Better yet, subscribe below so you don’t miss it!
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