Post-Workout Training Tips:
Recovery nutrition is very important for people who train daily, twice-a-day, and/or compete in multiple games per day or within a day or two. Incorporating post-workout nutrition is a small habit that can have a large & positive impact on performance.
The goal of post-workout nutrition is to help you recover, rehydrate, refuel, build muscle and improve future performance. The main components of a well-designed recovery plan are fluids, carbohydrates, and protein.
Many sports nutrition experts refer to the post-workout "anabolic window of opportunity" when discussing timing of fuel needs. Recent research suggests that this window of opportunity is actually a lot bigger than we previously thought, so there is no need to stress about eating IMMEDIATELY after a workout, game, or practice.
However, about an hour after you exercise is the time in which your body is most in need of nutrients, so planning a recovery meal/snack during this time can initiate refueling and tissue repair better than if you wait. Also, remember to refuel consistently throughout the rest of the day as well.
- Fluids: at least 20 ounces
- Carbohydrates: at least 50+ grams
- Protein: at least 20 grams
- Repeat every 2-3 hours
Don't always think protein powder or protein shakes are the only post workout food. More than anything, a well-balanced meal/snack containing a variety of real, whole foods and plenty of fluid is the best post-workout meal you can eat.
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