Fuel Up! The Best Post-Workout Foods

October 08, 2014

Eating right is the key to losing weight, keeping it off and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  Our bodies do so much for us, it’s crucial that we fuel them properly.  If you follow a workout routine you definitely need to eat right as that will keep you in top condition for all of your sessions and help you to get the most out of your exercise.  Incorporating some of the best post-workout foods into your diet will help ensure you get enough calories and nutrition to support your activity.

It’s a common diet pitfall that many people feel like they can eat anything they want after they workout.   Especially if you’re hungry, you may eat too much or make the wrong choices.  Check out this list of the best post-workout foods and plan your snacks and meals to include a few ingredients to keep you working out strong.

• Eggs.  With just 70 calories and over 6 grams of fat each and plenty of vitamin D, eggs are a great choice and easy to prepare after working out.
• Bananas.  They’re a source of the kind of carbs you need after working out, packed with potassium, and help to restore your body’s glycogen level, which rebuilds damaged muscle.
• Salmon.  High in protein and rich in omega-3 fatty acid makes it a great choice for post-workout food.
• Sweet potatoes.  They contain many vitamins, particularly B6, C, D, magnesium and potassium and they’re a healthy carb.
• Kiwi.  There is a lot of vitamin C and potassium packed into that little fruit plus kiwi is rich in antioxidants, which can help relieve sore muscles.
• Whole grain pita and hummus.  The slow-release carbs in the pita and the protein in chickpeas will keep your energy levels up after a hard workout.
• Blueberries.  Try putting some in a smoothie for a burst of antioxidants.
• Quinoa.  This ancient grain is full of vitamins, nutrients, protein and fiber which makes it one of the best post-workout foods.

Don’t forget to drink plenty of water after your workout and all throughout the day!

 

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