14 Best Post-Workout Foods!
So now you have completed your workout and you are hungry! Now before you reach for a quick, junky snack, let’s make a good decision. Here is a list of the best post-workout foods.
- Chocolate milk – Oh Ya! I said it. It is packed with protein and carbs and tastes so delicious!
- Egg omelette – Eggs contain the fastest absorbing form of protein. Plus they are quick and easy to make.
- Tuna – A quick, budget friendly way to get your protein.
- Cottage cheese – Packed with protein and fat, and low in calories.
- Greek Yogurt – High in protein and great for on the go.
- Hummus and pita – Again, great for on the go, you can do the ahead of time. It slowly releases to provide long term energy.
- Steel cut oats – Perfect for any time of the day *add a scoop of protein powder for extra protein
- Protein pancakes – well come on, who doesn’t love pancakes?!
- Apples and peanut butter – MMM so good and full of great nutrients for recovery.
- Fruit smoothie – these can be prepared ahead of time too. Plus add some protein powder for extra protein.
- Salmon – It is one of the leanest meats.
- Dried fruits and nuts – This is something you could leave in your car or purse. Quick, easy on the go option.
- Sweet potato -Not only does it taste great, but it is
easy to make, you can cook it in the microwave.
- Good old Whey protein powder – Here is a true quick and easy post workout food. Sometimes when I am feeling like I want a treat I mix it with chocolate milk. mmmm.