i work out 4 times a week very hard at 12-2pm
2007-02-22 14:22:52 · 5 answers · asked by beachboy6819 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
You should have it after. 1) You don't want to have cramps. 2) You need to replenish the muscles you just worked out.
2007-02-22 14:26:29 · answer #1 · answered by finley036 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
AFTER. Studies have indicated that it is ideal to consume food that is high in protein between 40-60 min. after a workout. Your body needs nutrients to help repair its self. This 40-60 minute period is crucial -- the body will absorb nutrients very well within this time frame, which will help speed up the recovery process. This will help your muscles grow.
As far as consuming food before you train, you certainly should eat something about an hour to and hour and a half before. However, a protein shake would not be ideal. Something that is high in complex carbohydrates is what you would want. You need the carbohydrates to help fuel your workout. Consuming a protein shake may even bog you down for your workout as it is more difficult to digest than carbohydrates.
To summarize, Protein shake after your workout, complex carbohydrates before (a yam for example).
Good luck!
2007-02-22 23:47:17 · answer #2 · answered by Adam F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One hour before. Enough time to digest (mainly so you don't vomit) but also your body will need the energy. You'll still be digesting it until around dinner time so don't worry about wasting it.
2007-02-22 22:34:42 · answer #3 · answered by rowyco12 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
either 30 minutes before, or 15-30 minutes after
2007-02-22 22:31:36 · answer #4 · answered by briank1458 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
before because it will give u energy
2007-02-22 22:25:36 · answer #5 · answered by B'rad 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋