What do you usually do after a very long and intense workout at the gym? Sit? Lie down? Exercise more? Drink coffee or your favourite sports drink? Eat protein-rich foods? Starve yourself? But wait, are you sure that will help you sculpt your body at all?
Have you ever wondered if what you do or eat after your workouts matters?
The thing is, there are a lot of gym-goers making the same mistakes, which make them ask themselves why they aren’t gaining much even if they’d done almost everything. What are these mistakes? Personal trainer and coach Eric Broser listed them on Muscle and Fitness:
THE 8 WORST THINGS TO DO AFTER A WORKOUT
In previous articles I have discussed some things you should not do before a workout, and during your actual workout. Now it’s time to complete the “tale” by delving into some post-workout missteps that you should avoid at all costs. Read more…
One important thing mentioned above is your food choices.
After an intense workout, I know most of you may be tempted to give yourself a “treat” of ice cream or sugary chocolate cake or pizza or fries or any greasy fast food you’re probably thinking of right now. Just don’t. Hold back your cravings! That will erase all your hard work in the gym.
We all know that your diet plays a big role in your body goals. So if you really want to maximize your gains, eat a balanced diet, particularly the ones mentioned on Body Rock TV:
7 Best Things to Eat and Drink After a Workout
Going to the gym is only part of the equation. If you can’t seem to put on the muscle you want or you are too tired to hit the gym two days in a row, chances are it isn’t your workout but what is on your plate that is standing in your way. Check out these 7 powerhouse foods to get the most from your workouts. Read more…
Don’t focus on these seven, though! You have a variety of foods to choose from. You can just mix them up with those. Aim for protein, but you also need B vitamins, calcium, carbohydrates, among other nutrients.
And lastly, of course the supplements will help double your gains. Here are the top 3 you may want to choose from, as listed on Flex Online:
What You Take After Your Workouts Matters
You just finished an intense lifting session. What’s next? At this point, you have your macronutrients covered in your post-workout meal. Proteins, carbohydrates, fats are all in check. But what should you take in between your workout and your meal? With your muscles becoming insulin sensitive—and depleted of nutrients—a post-workout supplement can be crucial for full recovery. Read more…
In a nutshell, everything you do after your workouts matters. A simple food or activity can mess up with your whole system and BAM! You’re less likely to gain anything at all. So avoid sugary, processed and fast foods, and don’t overdo it!
Everything takes time when it comes to working your body out. Don’t be disappointed if you don’t see the results you’re expecting easily!
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