Post-workout Nutrition

One of the most common questions about nutrition is what to eat or take after an intense workout. Protein and complex carbohydrates are what should follow immediately after your workout. It would be ideal to consume a fast acting protein shake such as whey or hydrolyzed whey to quickly deliver aminos into your blood stream. This will help keep your body from going into the catabolic state where your muscle begins to waste away. Carbs would also be a great to help restore glycogen levels which have been depleted from your bodies demand for energy. Taken these immediately after workout will keep your hard earned muscle, and also help with recovery and repair.  You should also plan on eating a well rounded meal consisting of 3 parts carbs, 2 parts protein and 1 part fat to give your body a wholefood source of nutrients. Of course my favorite is chicken and rice!