Post-workout Recovery Shake Question

ntsmith2000

I've been doing my best to follow the Paleo Zone diet that was recommended by my original CrossFit trainers. The only discrepancy I adjusted for was reducing my intake of foods. Too many calories from 3 meals and 2 snacks (in my mind) does not add up to weight loss.

Anyhow, the question I have is regarding the Post-workout Recovery Shake. I'm now in the habit of drinking one of these to stabilize my brain function after my physical routine. It definitely helps when I get behind the wheel and drive home. However, 1 shake adds up to 140 calories. My CrossFit trainer said to count the shake as a "freebie". Honestly, I'd rather spend those 140 calories towards my dinner where I usually battle to stay within my allotment.

Question: should I NOT count the recovery shake when tallying up my caloric intake on workout days?

ilovedeadlifts

Depends what you're doing to cut.....

If you're counting calories and macros, then you need to count the shake.
140 calories isn't much though.
You just taking a whey protein shake?

Cr01502

There are no "freebies". The calories should be included in your daily intake. It's better to eat that post workout than to spend it on dinner.

ntsmith2000

@ilovedeadlift, I'm drinking the protein shake as is (no doctoring).

Thanks for the input. I'll continue counting the shake and managing my caloric intake.