I get so hungry after working out, but what should I eat?

jbaa88 · February 2013

I've always struggled on what to eat after a workout. I get especially hungry after a workout too and I'm not the type to just snack on raw veggies unless dressing is involved. Are there any suggestions on what you fellow MPF'ers eat after a workout?

Firestar98 · February 2013

I've always struggled on what to eat after a workout. I get especially hungry after a workout too and I'm not the type to just snack on raw veggies unless dressing is involved. Are there any suggestions on what you fellow MPF'ers eat after a workout?

While not the case for everyone, many people in my gym (myself included) will go with a protein shake. Tends to get the job done until I can eat my next meal.

HummingbirdsStayActive · February 2013

I love talking about what I snack on haha...

If you like veggies and dip, try a yogurt based dressing! Trader joes sells a delicious greek yogurt dip with chives and spinach, it's very tasty, and i think 45 cal per serving! Also Bolthouse has a good yogurt ranch dip as well.

You can also snack on : Cheese sticks, yogurt - greek high in protein, an apple and nuts, basically any fruit and 1/4 cup of nuts.
I willl tell you that cheese, and nuts tend to be the most filling for me, especially the nuts!

FranksRumHam · February 2013

a can of cat food, a huff of glue, and rest is what i always follow up with...

Cr01502 · February 2013

What you should eat at every meal

A healthy balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

I usually do broccolli, sweet potatoe, and salmon.

or

Pizza

trogalicious · February 2013

I do a post-workout shake here as well.

Gordie580 · February 2013

After my workout I like to have something chocolate. Milk, shakeology, protien bar, or oatmeal bar. Chocolate seems to sooth and taste great after a workout.

jharb2 · February 2013

I eat about 1 hour pre-workout so I'm not starving after. Its usually a protein bar of some sort

Mike3374 · February 2013

Something with a good source of protein. I like a post workout protein shake or bar. They have a pretty good selection at the breakfast or health section of the store.

Crystallee79 · February 2013

protein helps the muscles rebound from working out, as well as satisfies hunger. A protein shake with some fruit mixed in would be a perfect refreshing after-workout meal.

swolegirlcb · February 2013

fast carb, lean protein, if fat is included should be less than ten grams

I like vanilla whey + orange juice + banana or pineapple

NicolesMinion · February 2013

A Protein Shake....whether you are hungry or not...you should have a protein shake within 20 minutes of finishing your workout. Feed your muscles. And make that WHEY PROTEIN...or WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE. Isolate is better than Concentrate, concentrate still has lactose, fat and cholesterol in it. There are branched chain amino acids tha are easily used in protein synthesis. There are some very interesting studies about BBCAs. Here is a snippet from Wikipedia:

Cota et al (1) demonstrated in 2006 that BCAAs, particularly leucine, also affect the mTOR pathway, signaling two regions of the brain. These signals decrease food intake and increase basic metabolic rate. These results led to a clinical trial by Ordman (3) to develop a nutraceutical method for controlling weight gain in humans. The potential of nutrients to signal changes in metabolism is exemplified by how BCAAs may increase muscle repair, but it is important to be aware how it may also decrease appetite.[7][8][9]

DeMarraDontStop · February 2013

Protein smoothie

cowgirlashlee · February 2013

I'm not a huge raw veggies person either, but I love fruit! If you're like me, go for a Greek yogurt with fruit on the bottom (dannon light and fit Greek is only 80 calories a container) and tons of protein! If I don't have that, I make a fruit smoothie using some fresh or frozen berries, a little soymilk, and ice. Crush up the ice, then put it in my blender bottle and bam instant yummy smoothie!

trud72 · February 2013

i always find a banana gives a quick enery boost and fills you up too! :bigsmile:

Cr01502 · February 2013

a can of cat food, a huff of glue, and rest is what i always follow up with...

Stop giving out false information.

That's clearly a preworkout nutrition meal.

1ConcreteGirl · February 2013

Protein shake.

carlom18 · February 2013

What you should eat at every meal

A healthy balance of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

I usually do broccolli, sweet potatoe, and salmon.

or

Pizza

This. and make sure its from good sources too.

AdrieneJ · February 2013

A lot of pro athletes have some chocolate milk to stave off the hunger right after a workout. It gets into your bloodstream quickly, but not so quick that it gives you a sugar rush. I tend to work out right before dinner, so I don't have that problem, but if I happen to get an early workout in, I'll have yogurt, honey and almonds ready to eat, or a piece of toast with peanut butter and a glass of milk. It feels good to get some food in there, especially if it's good, clean food!