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Best post-workout foods?

mybeach27
mybeach27 Posts: 243
edited November 2024 in Food and Nutrition
Hey guys...I don't usually eat after workouts but I have been reading a lot of posts about how good it is etc. My question is whats best to eat and why/what benefits? Thanks in advance and best wishes xoxo

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  • Meaganandcheese
    Meaganandcheese Posts: 525 Member
    Chocolate milk!

    Perfect balance of carbs and protein to aid recovery.
  • AntWrig
    AntWrig Posts: 2,273 Member
    Chocolate milk!

    Perfect balance of carbs and protein to aid recovery.
    This is true but I prefer whole foods. You don't need a shake right after you workout. Sometimes, I usually have a whole meal within 45 minutes of training.
  • chauser1022
    chauser1022 Posts: 33
    Protein shake and a piece of fruit.
  • jelicaa
    jelicaa Posts: 83 Member
    Protein shake and some carb. I usually eat 3-5 ounces of sweet potato with my dinner (within an 1 hr of my workout)
  • dinosnopro
    dinosnopro Posts: 2,177 Member
    if it's Saturday? I go to kfc, most other days go home and have dinner, usually chicken or lean beef / pork.
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