Post workout food

thisismynewmindset
thisismynewmindset Posts: 273 Member
edited September 2024 in Food and Nutrition
So I have seen a lot that after your workout you should have protein and carbs.

Is this a must?

What about the people who are on a no carb diet? (I am not... but was just curious)

What are some good post workout foods that would satisfy these requirements?

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  • Shutterpillar
    Shutterpillar Posts: 208
    i always eat apples and peanut butter after my workout :smile:
  • geckoseven
    geckoseven Posts: 32
    Apples or PB/J is great, I make health shakes though :D
  • SarahofTwins
    SarahofTwins Posts: 1,169 Member
    I don't think it makes or breaks you, however I usually eat my oatmeal and wait about 30mins to workout. Then afterwards I have a snack if I'm still hungry. Thats just me...everyone is different :happy:
  • MrsRobertson1005
    MrsRobertson1005 Posts: 552 Member
    Protein after your workout helps your muscles rebuild. I have chocolate Whey Protein powder i make chocolate milk with or banana and chocolate smoothie with milk and ice, or even strawberries, oj, and the protein, i look forward to my post workout smoothie lol
  • avenathus
    avenathus Posts: 113 Member
    I tend to eat after a workout either if I am hungry, or if I still need to eat some calories for the day (I usually work out at night, after I've eaten my main meals for the day). I usually eat some greek yogurt mixed with cereal and some protein powder. It's usually really satisfying and gives a good protein boost!
  • uniquesoul73
    uniquesoul73 Posts: 151 Member
    I personally have a protein shake no later than 30 mins after my workout. I also save dinner (which includes some protein as well) for after my workout as well. Otherwise I would go to be starving and that wouldnt be good for my metabolism.
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