Post-Workout Nutrition

Do you know where you make the most gains from a workout? You may guess during your workouts, but that answer would be incorrect. You make the most gains outside of your workout. These gains are made through a combination of nutrition, sleep, and the bodies natural abilities to repair itself.

A very easy way to increase your gains is through post-workout nutrition. We recommend a protein shake immediately after finishing your workout or at least within and hour of finishing. But, you can see the same benefits from eating a chicken breast and sweet potato. Shakes just are much easier, which is why we prefer them.

The nutrients, specifically protein, from eating these foods immediately after a workout will help to your body to begin the recovery process, which results is faster improvements. The protein will help your muscle tissues to repair themselves and add more muscle to your body, which results in a higher metabolism and more calorie burning potential.

Live Fit,

Josh

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