Many people ask about what's best to eat before a workout. Perhaps the equally (and some may even argue more) important question, which seems to be addressed less frequently is, what should we eat after a workout?
When exercising, your body turns to its glycogen stores as its primary, most efficient source of fuel. These glycogen stores are in both the liver and muscles throughout the body. Two and a half hours of high intensity exercise without refueling can completely deplete liver and muscle glycogen stores.
Though most people don't exercise for such a duration, it doesn't mean that we
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Chocolate Milk
January 12th, 2010 by Bea | Eating & Exercise
After a muscle burning and heart pounding workout, what should you be reaching into your fridge for, as you stand there, drenched with sweat? The answer is simple--chocolate milk.
While some people drink water to hydrate themselves and to keep their muscles from cramping, others turn to sports drinks, such as Powerade or Gatorade to hydrate and replenish electrolytes. However, a key to becoming a stronger and healthier person is to eat protein after you exercise to help you recover and be more effective with your workout. Protein is needed to rebuild muscles that are torn down during exercises, so
While some people drink water to hydrate themselves and to keep their muscles from cramping, others turn to sports drinks, such as Powerade or Gatorade to hydrate and replenish electrolytes. However, a key to becoming a stronger and healthier person is to eat protein after you exercise to help you recover and be more effective with your workout. Protein is needed to rebuild muscles that are torn down during exercises, so
Save Money on Supplements
November 18th, 2009 by Joe Lawrence | Cardio, Eating & Exercise, Exercises, Family Fitness, Running, Sports, Strength Training
When it comes to fitness, there is no secret that you put your body through the wringer. Afterward your body requires the replacement of essential nutrients. There are many companies and a trillion dollar fitness industry willing to sell you the secret potions to replenish you after a workout and to get you going for the workout. Instead of creating an empty bank account, visit your grocery store for better alternatives.
Before your workout, drink a cup of coffee. Athletes used to frown on this because it is a diuretic. Those working out take in as much water as they can
Before your workout, drink a cup of coffee. Athletes used to frown on this because it is a diuretic. Those working out take in as much water as they can
