Five Foods To Consider After Your Workout

It is important to eat the right foods after a long ride or intense workout. Our muscles require proper nutrition post-workout for recovery from soreness and to build more muscle. Here are 5 nutritional post-workout foods for cyclists and athletes:

• Tart Cherry Juice

Tart Cherry Juice is a drink rich in antioxidants which helps with muscle inflammation, soreness and speeding up recovery post-workout. It is a great drink to have after intense physical activity. Sit back, enjoy this drink and relax with Wizard Women’s Performance Cross Back Bra and Performance Biker short  for lightweight comfort during cooldown stretches.

• Greek Yogurt & Berries

A cup of Greek Yoghurt has 20g of proteins. This means Greek Yoghurt can deliver the required amino acids for muscle growth. Adding berries to yoghurt is not only delicious, but also provides antioxidants that help with post-workout stress. After your run in Wizard Athleisure’s Men Vent Speed 2 in 1 Short and Men Vent Wizardry Tank, you need to enjoy your snack and plan for the next run.

• Salmon & Sweet Potatoes

Salmon is very rich in omega-3s which combat inflammation. Pairing salmon with sweet potatoes makes it the ideal meal post-workout because sweet potatoes are made of carbs that help replenish glycogen in the body which will be needed after an intense weight lifting session wearing Wizard’s Men Performance Tank.

• Chocolate Milk

Not only is it a delicious drink, but chocolate milk also has a 3:1 carb-to-protein ratio. It helps reenergize the body and replenishes lost during physical activity such as walking while wearing Wizard Vent Comfy Sweater and Jogger.

• Eggs + Avocado

Eggs include leucine, an amino acid that helps with muscle building. Avocados are rich in healthy fats. Together they make a great pair to reduce stiffness after a long hike in your Wizard’s Hiking Short, blue or black, it does not matter as long as you go out and give it all you got.

The Importance of Timing

Our muscles are the most receptive to taking in nutrients in the first 30-60 minutes post-workout. So, aim to have a meal during this time. For cycling rides, long runs or gym activity, you can have a quick carb source (banana, dates) immediately afterwards as part of your recovery meals.

References:

1. www.wizardathleisure.com
2. Women’s Performance Cross Back Sports Bra – Light Green
3. Women’s Performance Biker Shorts – Light Green
4. Men’s Vent Speed 2-in-1 Gym Short – Blue Depths
5. Men’s Vent Wizardry Gym Tank Top – Blue Depths
6. Men’s Performance Gym Tank Top – White
7. Unisex Vent Comfy Sweatshirt – Green Khaki
8. Unisex Vent Comfy Joggers – Green Khaki
9. Men’s Performance Hiking Short – Royal Blue