best food for after a long run, or heavy cardio ?

thedodgeruk

i am beginning to notice that after a long run or a 60 min workout i am ok, but about 2 hours later i start to feel not right
im not hungry , but need food or some thing
its like im crashing , not the best wording , but best i can do

what food can i have that will stop this please ?

SuggaD

You should eat a good meal or plenty of protein after. I workout in morning then have high protein breakfast. After work, I work out, go home then have a big dinner.

rand486

Any food will give you energy (that's what calories actually represent!), but I would suggest a lean meat (chicken/fish), a simple carb (rice), and lots of veggies. Flavour as you like, it can have a lot of variety in taste, and can make a good ratio of protein : carbs for a post workout meal.

WhatMeRunning

Maybe this will help?
http://www.active.com/running/articles/recovery-eating-don-t-let-your-energy-reserves-run-low-877950

KGill67

Sushi works for me. I usually don't feel much like eating after a long run, but can tell that I need to refuel; sushi has all three elements mentioned above (protein, simple carb, veg) in an easy-to-eat package.

carliekitty

Chocolate milk