Post Workout Nutrition 101

The way you fuel after a session plays a key role in the how well your body can absorb and recover from training. Here are some key tips to take into consideration when planning your post-workout nutrition.

The main aims of recovery are to :
1) Repair muscle fibres = with protein
2) Replenish glycogen stores = with carbs
3) Rehydrate = with fluid +/- electrolytes
4) Re-nourish the body = antioxidants from fruits & veggies, nuts & seeds

Examples:

• Black bean burrito with peppers, gauc, cheese & brown rice.
• Smoothie with milk or yogurt, oats, frozen fruit, spinach, peanut butter.
• Scrambled eggs on wholegrain toast with tomatoes & spinach
• Overnight oats with oats, chiaseeds, yogurt, protein powder & berries