What kinds of food can I eat after I exercise?

Question

I usually run for about an hour and i do it before dinner, and I was wondering what kind of foods can I eat after I run that are nutrious and that will help with my diet?

Answer 1

The first half hour to an hour after a workout is the most crucial time to eat a balanced meal. After such high physical demand, your body is starving for vitamins, minerals, and especially protein, to begin reparing the cells you damaged during exercise. This is also the time when your body is burning the most calories and gets the most benefit out of the food you ingest, so make it a nutritionally sound meal.

You'll need plenty of protein right after a workout to repair damanged muscles. I would suggest several egg whites, chicken breast, or lean beef or pork. Stay away from anything with too much fat, as these foods will minimize your body's ability to utilize your protein intake.

Your body also needs good carbohydrates to restore blood sugar levels and energy. Potatoes, rice, and whole grain breads are good post workout choices because they provide the good carbs you need without the sugars and fats you dont.

And don't forget your vitamins. Eat at least one serving of brightly colored vegetables (i.e. carrots, broccoli, spinich, beets, etc.) with your post work out meal. Your body will be thirsting for fresh vitamins to begin its repairs to muscles and the immune system.

For people on the go, much like myself, I always recommend a good protein shake (low in fat, high in calories and protein) right after a workout. Its also a good idea to include a multi-vitamin with your meal, your body will thank you.

Answer 2

First you have a glass of water before and after your exercise. If you want to lose wight then you take low caloric nutritious food. If you are normal weight you can have fat free nutritious diet . You have not mentioned about your age sex, any complications you have etc. The diet depends on so many factors.

Answer 3

the best food with less calories is vegetable, fruites & water which is the most important thing u must drink 1.5 lit. per day .

i think from my own experience that u must eat everything but the important is the amount , for eg, i eat one good meal ( including meat or chicken & desert) in the day but for the rest of the day i eat vegetable & fruit.

Answer 4

I tend to gain weight when I eat after exercising, so probably nothing for about an hour or two.

Answer 5

A meal that is rich in protein. something like a grilled chicken breast with some steamed veggies, and limited amounts of rice or whole wheat breads for carbs.

Answer 6

Veggies fruities lalalala a bit of proteins lalalalala eat less its good diet lalala and u swill be hotty fooor summer llalalalala( i am talented i know =) )

Answer 7

lean meat/grilled chicken or u can do protein shake. i like the championship whey protein which u can get at vitamine shoppe. i love the chocolate flavor. this is awesome cuz it has hi protein and low carb. hope this helps

Answer 8

wait an hour and eat protein.

Answer 9

Something light and healthy!