best foods after a workout??

SammiShnookums

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

elfin168

i think it might depend on what your goals are? i currently have a fast absorbing carb and a whey protein drink

delyn356

Depends on your workout as well. But usually chocolate milk or bananas are considered to be pretty good since they contain carbs that are quickly absorbed by your body. My all time favorite post-workout snack is an apple with PB. yum!

bdamaster60

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

susannahsutton1

My favourite is salmon nigiri - low fat, protein to fix my muscles and white rice for the glucose. And fish is BRAIN FOOD so obviously it must make me lots cleverer right?

Sublog

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

714rah714

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

Its true. If you like chocolate milk and banana's

bdamaster60

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

As a bodybuilder I would have to disagree with you. Big time.

ladytinkerbell99

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

^ Thank you for the head's up. I have heard this before - many times.

jayche

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

You know that insulin spikes from protein digestion too right? I'm guessing that's why you're spacing out your protein and your carbs (to avoid an insulin spike that'll hurt your post-workout HGH levels).

Nutrient consumption has also been shown to be more optimal OUTSIDE of the magical "30-60 minute nutrient timing window".
http://books.google.com/books?id=1V5kI950838C&pg=PA296&dq=Nutrient+Timing:+Metabolic+Optimization+for+Health,+Performance,+and+Recovery+168&hl=en&sa=X&ei=4lrtUIirN-TC2QXeioGoDg&ved=0CDQQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=168&f=false

Jen800

I like greek yogurt with some all bran cereal mixed in and banana, and some honey. The yogurt is my protein, the cereal and the banana are the carbs. MMM. Even if it's not an ideal snack to someone else, it's great for me. (did I mention it tastes amazing? haha) You could even add some natural PB for extra flavor, protein and fat.

Jen800

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

You know that insulin spikes from protein digestion too right? I'm guessing that's why you're spacing out your protein and your carbs (to avoid an insulin spike that'll hurt your post-workout HGH levels).

Nutrient consumption has also been shown to be more optimal OUTSIDE of the magical "30-60 minute nutrient timing window".
http://books.google.com/books?id=1V5kI950838C&pg=PA296&dq=Nutrient+Timing:+Metabolic+Optimization+for+Health,+Performance,+and+Recovery+168&hl=en&sa=X&ei=4lrtUIirN-TC2QXeioGoDg&ved=0CDQQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=168&f=false

Really? It's not good to eat protein after a workout? I've always seen and heard that it was. Did a bit of research myself and got "EAT PROTEIN OR YOU'LL DIE!#@#!" pretty much, haha. Does it matter if I usually eat it an hour after a work out? I feel like I'd probably throw up if I ate right away lol.

Sublog

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

As a bodybuilder I would have to disagree with you. Big time.

O'RLY, please explain?

jayche

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

You know that insulin spikes from protein digestion too right? I'm guessing that's why you're spacing out your protein and your carbs (to avoid an insulin spike that'll hurt your post-workout HGH levels).

Nutrient consumption has also been shown to be more optimal OUTSIDE of the magical "30-60 minute nutrient timing window".
http://books.google.com/books?id=1V5kI950838C&pg=PA296&dq=Nutrient+Timing:+Metabolic+Optimization+for+Health,+Performance,+and+Recovery+168&hl=en&sa=X&ei=4lrtUIirN-TC2QXeioGoDg&ved=0CDQQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=168&f=false

Really? It's not good to eat protein after a workout? I've always seen and heard that it was. Did a bit of research myself and got "EAT PROTEIN OR YOU'LL DIE!#@#!" pretty much, haha. Does it matter if I usually eat it an hour after a work out? I feel like I'd probably throw up if I ate right away lol.

Well it's been shown that the 1 hour metabolic window is actually 24-36 hours in length, so anytime within that time frame would be ideal.
Also about the whole insulin/HGH thing, I wouldn't worry about it too much, I just mentioned it because the person I quoted is taking their protein separately from their carbs.

justal313

I keep reading/hearing from running literature, running websites and runners that Chocolate Milk is the best thing after a run.

Again from a fitness magazine
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/healthy-eating/superfoods/chocolate-milk-after-workout/

They do site a study, but a single study.

I personally drink propel zero after/during my runs but once I start (half)marathon training I'm probably going to start having a chocolate milk after my longer runs.

tabinmaine

coffee and cupcakes....

alpine1994

I just started having a cup of 1% chocolate milk after workouts. I don't know if it really makes a difference or not, but chocolate milk is really freaking delicious.

theryan244

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

You know that insulin spikes from protein digestion too right? I'm guessing that's why you're spacing out your protein and your carbs (to avoid an insulin spike that'll hurt your post-workout HGH levels).

Nutrient consumption has also been shown to be more optimal OUTSIDE of the magical "30-60 minute nutrient timing window".
http://books.google.com/books?id=1V5kI950838C&pg=PA296&dq=Nutrient+Timing:+Metabolic+Optimization+for+Health,+Performance,+and+Recovery+168&hl=en&sa=X&ei=4lrtUIirN-TC2QXeioGoDg&ved=0CDQQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=168&f=false

Really? It's not good to eat protein after a workout? I've always seen and heard that it was. Did a bit of research myself and got "EAT PROTEIN OR YOU'LL DIE!#@#!" pretty much, haha. Does it matter if I usually eat it an hour after a work out? I feel like I'd probably throw up if I ate right away lol.

Well it's been shown that the 1 hour metabolic window is actually 24-36 hours in length, so anytime within that time frame would be ideal.
Also about the whole insulin/HGH thing, I wouldn't worry about it too much, I just mentioned it because the person I quoted is taking their protein separately from their carbs.

This^. It is not necessary to consume any nutrient immediately pwo. If you want to, remember that whey is extremely insulinogenic as well, not just carbs. The release of insulin halts the catabolic breakdown caused by resistence training. The longer you go without consuming any food, the larger the anabolic response will be. It is mental *kitten* for a natural athlete to try and manipulate hormone levels to achieve some kind of significanf beneficial result.

neanderthin

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

This. Someone could obviously have a meal planned shortly after a workout if they feel compelled, personally I reaaly don't feel like eating right after.

00sarah

I like peanut butter and carrots....

SammiShnookums

Thanks everyone for the tips and advice!

Sarauk2sf

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

As a bodybuilder I would have to disagree with you. Big time.

Care to elaborate?

Sarauk2sf

BCAA's or Hydrolisized Whey Protein within the first 20 - 35 mins of completing resistance training. After the 35 mins then have your simple sugars and carbs in order to not waste your workout.

You know that insulin spikes from protein digestion too right? I'm guessing that's why you're spacing out your protein and your carbs (to avoid an insulin spike that'll hurt your post-workout HGH levels).

Nutrient consumption has also been shown to be more optimal OUTSIDE of the magical "30-60 minute nutrient timing window".
http://books.google.com/books?id=1V5kI950838C&pg=PA296&dq=Nutrient+Timing:+Metabolic+Optimization+for+Health,+Performance,+and+Recovery+168&hl=en&sa=X&ei=4lrtUIirN-TC2QXeioGoDg&ved=0CDQQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=168&f=false

Really? It's not good to eat protein after a workout? I've always seen and heard that it was. Did a bit of research myself and got "EAT PROTEIN OR YOU'LL DIE!#@#!" pretty much, haha. Does it matter if I usually eat it an hour after a work out? I feel like I'd probably throw up if I ate right away lol.

Well it's been shown that the 1 hour metabolic window is actually 24-36 hours in length, so anytime within that time frame would be ideal.
Also about the whole insulin/HGH thing, I wouldn't worry about it too much, I just mentioned it because the person I quoted is taking their protein separately from their carbs.

This^. It is not necessary to consume any nutrient immediately pwo. If you want to, remember that whey is extremely insulinogenic as well, not just carbs. The release of insulin halts the catabolic breakdown caused by resistence training. The longer you go without consuming any food, the larger the anabolic response will be. It is mental *kitten* for a natural athlete to try and manipulate hormone levels to achieve some kind of significanf beneficial result.

^^agreed.

alexbusnello

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

Uhm, yes you do need to eat after working out. Especially if you did strength training.

Sarauk2sf

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

Uhm, yes you do need to eat after working out. Especially if you did strength training.

You really do not need to eat - it is personal preference as to how close to lifting you eat.

bdamaster60

I've heard the best thing to have after a workout is chocolate milk and a banana..is this true?? And what other foods are best to have after a work out??

The best foods to eat after a workout are the ones that fit within your daily calorie, macro and micro-nutrient goals and that you like to eat.

You don't need to eat post workout if you don't want to. IT doesn't provide anything special if you do so.

As a bodybuilder I would have to disagree with you. Big time.

O'RLY, please explain?

you are not wrong. But I do disagree because I've had experience with different post-workout methods (fasting 3 - 4 hours post-workout, eating slow carbs, high carbs, timing, etc.) what I find what works for me to recover a lot faster is the timing or fast absorbing proteins and amino acids, and timing the carbs. Prior to trying this I haven't been able to train twice a day 6 days a week hitting every body part once every 3 days. But like I said, you are not incorrect, there are many ways to achieve a great physique. It's just what works to best for my physiology. That's why I disagree.