Protein Power
Carbohydrates Are My Fuel
Good Fats
Track Your Nutritional Progress
Are You Sick of Hard Work and No Results?
The Importance of H2O
Snacks Are A Good Thing
Great Ways To Get Protein
Carbohydrates - What is the Glycemic Index?
How To Grocery Shop the Right Way
What Should Always Be By Your Side
Traveling Nutrition
Make it Lunch Sized at Every Meal
Making the Best Choices When Eating Out
A Multivitamin Every Day
Pre-Workout Nutrition
Fighting Fatigue During Physical Activity
Post-workout Nutrition
Breakfast - The Most Important Meal of the Day - Every Day!
Make your Plate a Color Wheel

Post-workout Nutrition:

You should consume a post-workout recovery drink immediately after training, followed by a balanced meal about an hour to an hour-and-a-half later. When choosing a recovery beverage, choose one that has carbohydrates with a high glycemic index. Sugar (sucrose) is an example of a high glycemic index carbohydrate that will immediately increase your blood sugar levels post-performance, and is found in most recovery drinks.

Higher glycemic index carbohydrates are broken down faster, so the body can use them almost immediately. Your body is in need of immediate nutrients following your physical activity, so high glycemic index carbohydrates are needed after your workout without delay. This step is the most critical for recovery and to ensure an optimal level of performance for your next event. The post-workout meal should consist of a combination of low glycemic index carbohydrates, protein and a small amount of healthy fats.