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What are some good after workout snacks?

Cynkane
Cynkane Posts: 55 Member
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
I am doing pretty well with watching my calories and exercising and can't wait for the results. However, I need to find some good after workout snacks that will benefit not hinder my progress. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

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  • Leslie85
    Leslie85 Posts: 265 Member
    I'm no expert, but I hear whey protein is good after a workout. I use a low calorie one and mix it with unsweetened almond milk.
  • jaguar101570
    jaguar101570 Posts: 82
    If you are doing weight training and trying to put on lean muscle then you want to have 25-35 grams of protein post-workout. Having 10-20 grams of carbs will also help you regain your energy. These amounts are based on your approximate weight.
  • AlmstHvn
    AlmstHvn Posts: 376 Member
    I like proteins after a workout, whether it is a protein bar or shake, or a homemade meat rollup, etc.
  • pookaness
    pookaness Posts: 15
    a banana or orange are nice because the potassium (is that right spelling?) helps after a workout. It reduces the cramping after hard workouts...not sure why just going based on what my coaches said when I was on swim team and track in HS.
  • LeenaRuns
    LeenaRuns Posts: 1,309 Member
    I love having a protein smoothie after a workout.

    1 scoop protein powder (whatever flavor you like)
    1/2 banana
    1 cup milk (skim, soy, almond, etc)
    1/2 cup spinach
    1/2 cup berries (blueberries, strawberries, etc.)
    2 oz. nonfat plain Greek yogurt

    Blend and enjoy!
  • amylynn96
    amylynn96 Posts: 114 Member
    Usually i will go for the protein shake and im sure a lot of others will say the same. My favorite is a scoop of whey protein,yoplait light yogurt, half cup strawberries,half a banana,handful of fresh spinich (yes spinich you do not taste it but the nutrition is there!) and a splash of skim milk and some ice now blend it up!...i find for me its a good recovery drink around 300 cals and yummy.
  • m16shane
    m16shane Posts: 393 Member
    I usually have a banana and/or some protein. Though I'm not an expert either!
  • guardian419
    guardian419 Posts: 391 Member
    It depends on what your workouts are, what you have to watch, and how quickly you want to lose.

    Basics are, you need to re-fuel your body (healthy carbs) and you need protein to repair the muscle... I go for a Clif Bar and some mixed nuts (Planters *insert favorite nut* lover's mix), if it was a hardcore workout, I throw in a low fat whey protein shake, or smoothie with ice and fruit.

    Don't forget, lots of water :)
  • amyhoss
    amyhoss Posts: 414 Member
    I go for a Chobani greek yogurt. They are 140 calories and 14 grams of protein.
  • LosingFat4Gd
    LosingFat4Gd Posts: 18
    Definately a diet protein powder. Helps your muscles to repair after a workout meaning less pain the next day (hopefully!). I use PHD diet whey - contains CLA & green tea which helps fat loss and also flaxseed so its 'bitty' - I blend mine into a fruit smoothie with ice, banana / strawberries / bluberries, greek yogurt & a pint of water. Really filling but not heavy.

    Or an chicken salad?
    Egg salad?

    If its a snack rather than a meal I'd recommend:
    handful nuts (brazil, almond, pinenuts, cashew - all unsalted / not roasted etc)
    banana
    apple with peanut butter or almond butter (my fav!)

    Good luck!
  • amfmmama
    amfmmama Posts: 1,420 Member
    I have read and heard that chocolate milk is the perfect after workout snack. I limit myself to one cup. It has something to do with the mix of protein and sugar.
  • EvieNieves
    EvieNieves Posts: 31 Member
    Banana, peanut butter, chocolate flavor protein milkshake... Or just a banana, protein shake, and or cottage cheese with pineapple, or plain cottage cheese with or without crackers.
  • myfitnessnmhoy
    myfitnessnmhoy Posts: 2,105 Member
    I am doing pretty well with watching my calories and exercising and can't wait for the results. However, I need to find some good after workout snacks that will benefit not hinder my progress. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks!

    A banana usually does it for me.
  • JBApplebee
    JBApplebee Posts: 481 Member
    I go for a Chobani greek yogurt. They are 140 calories and 14 grams of protein.

    I add Kashi go lean crunch to the yogurt & wash it down with a protein shake.
  • ajelove
    ajelove Posts: 97 Member
    One day I had some left over cold salmon, milk, and some strawberry and banana slices. That was a good day.
  • steve1686
    steve1686 Posts: 346 Member
    i usually have a protein shake and some peanut butter
  • natika33
    natika33 Posts: 154 Member
    I usually don't have a post work-out snack, I just time my work-outs so that dinner is soon after. If that doesn't work for you, I second all those who suggested a banana, followed by all those who suggested a protein shake.
  • chroniclesofadime
    chroniclesofadime Posts: 16
    I've heard and read that after working out, it's best to eat something high in carbs (to replenish glycogen) and protein (to replenish amino acids) and low in fat.

    I actually enjoy eating either a granola bar (my personal favorite is Snackwell's Cinnamon Raisin. 8g of protein, 17g carbs, 3g fiber, and 140 cals) or a fruit & yogurt smoothie post-workout.

    Also, rice cakes with peanut butter, a turkey sandwich, or (reduced-fat) cheese and crackers are good options.
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