What not to do after a Workout!!

cerise_noir

coleg04 wrote: »

But in all seriousness, our goal should be education and assisting, not trying to use the truth like a hammer. Ever hear the quote, "Say what you mean, but don't say it mean?" This is my belief. CICO is the answer but to tear down someone within their first 10 posts is counterproductive, rude, and self-righteous. Take care.

I still do not get where anyone was being "mean" here. Blunt, yes, but mean? I don't see it. It is absolutely okay to disagree and it is absolutely okay to disprove information. Without this, we would never learn anything new. I learn a LOT reading these forums and it is refreshing to see woo being dispelled. It is difficult to derive emotion from text which is why I personally read posts in monotone to avoid unnecessary misunderstanding and friction.

You poke fun of Stef's post count. Why? She has been here a long time and has achieved her goals.

I thank everyone who takes their time to educate.

drakeshattuck

BHFF wrote: »

SezxyStef wrote: »

BHFF wrote: »

If you are talking strictly post workout you want to avoid FAT!

why???? no joke serious why.

A workout meal high in carbohydrates is required to refill muscle carbohydrate/energy stores along with any protein you are consuming. Eating fat can actually decrease the effectiveness of your post-workout beverage. Since fat slows down transit through the stomach, eating fat during the post workout period may slow the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates and proteins.

Prove it! This is the same old pseudoscience I've been hearing for 30 years. You look good so keep doing what you're doing. I'm not saying you're wrong and results speak volumes but I'll keep eating my Salmon post workout. I'm no expert (thanks for starting that thread BTW), but I don't buy into the "guzzle down a shake immediately following a workout" idea. Again, not proven. Studies that say "suggests that...", or "may contribute to..." are not proof of anything.

drakeshattuck

KatzeDerNacht22 wrote: »

I'm with ya, not gonna ruin my session/day with something too high in calories, I rather have several nice meals on the day, but I check my weekly calorie intake so on the weekend I may have some beers, for some people pizza is worth making room, for me is beer, the bottom line is ... working out is awesome and I love those endorphines

I really like your weekly perspective. I do the same. I weigh in on Fridays because it actually motivates me going into the weekend. If I've done well, I usually don't want to be a hog to stay on track and I can have a beer, maybe two over the weekend. If I'm over, I'm motivated to have a good diet weekend. Also, if I overdo the beer or food on the weekend I have 5 days to work hard for some gains or at least break even.

JustSomeEm

Hey guys, let's keep discussion in here on topic...

KDC1229 wrote: »

What not to do after a Workout!!

First First of all.. When we have finished that aweome workout you feel great like you have conquered your goal!! So why not have a snack....
---Dont go reaching for that greasy pizza or french fries..
Lets put it in perspective when you eat that pizza, fries or even choclate milk shake, these calories can reach over 1000 CALORIES!! That means for your workout you would have to run for 60 minutes straight or either walk for 4HRS!!
Now remember working out takes consistency, we all know that isnt always possible but it can not only be after a heavy-hitter meal. Here are a few hints to help you see the benefits from all your hard work!


1. Load Up on Fiber
Bulky foods will fill you up on fewer calories. Aim for 25 to 30 g of fiber per day. Include at least 5 g in every meal and snack. At meals, try 1/2 cup of black beans, 1 cup of split-pea soup, or 1 cup of steamed spinach with 1/2 cup of raw carrot sticks. For snacks, try an apple plus a handful of nuts, or a rye crisp bread and a pear.



2.Pack A Snack
If you’ve worked up a sweat for an hour or more, have a little something within 30 minutes of finishing, even if you don’t feel like it. The ideal snack has carbs to refuel your energy stores and protein to help repair muscle tissue. Shoot for 150 to 200 calories, such as a smoothie or a stick of string cheese with a few whole-wheat crackers. If you exercise for more than 90 minutes, you’ll need a more substantial, 200- to 250-calorie snack, like a turkey sandwich on one slice of low calorie- whole wheat bread depending on the type of exercise (for example: running 4 miles straight eat a slice of low-calorie cheese and a few crackers.

3. Quench Your Thirst with Water
Exercise is more likely to increase your thirst, but many people mistake thirst for hunger. Next time you have the munchies, especially post workout, try to satisfy your desire with calorie-free H2O. Sipping sweetened drinks can quickly override any calorie deficit created by working out.

4. Eat Low GI Foods
Eating meals that are low on the glycemic index (GI) — a measure of how quickly blood sugar spikes — can keep you from feeling ravenous. Low-GI foods elicit less of a blood sugar response, which can encourage the body to recruit its fat stores for fuel. They also tend to be high in fiber and protein, which can fend off hunger. On a daily basis, fill up on high-fiber grains and produce instead of more processed fare: steel-cut oats instead of instant and fresh peaches instead of the syrupy canned kind.

Remember to write it down and review your food daily- It is essential to see productive change!

source: http://www.prevention.com/weight-loss/weight-loss-tips/diet-tips-stop-overeating-after-workouts