Group: Competitive Bodybuilding & Fitness

Competitive Bodybuilding & Fitness
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WHAT TO EAT AFTER WORKING OUT

ANGEL60067
ANGEL60067
Posts: 38
Joined: 2004/02/13
United States
2004/03/05, 08:22 AM
What should I eat after I workout? I usually eat chicken or meat is that ok?? Or should I drink a protein shake
burrocfh
burrocfh
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Joined: 2004/01/09
Mexico
2004/03/05, 09:36 AM
Drink a protein shake post workout... half fast, half sipping it for the remainder of the hour... gastric emptying occurs approximately half an hour after finishing the shake (if mixed with water). After that, you can have your next meal... I would go for the chicken option

Hope this helps
asimmer
asimmer
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Joined: 2003/01/07
United States
2004/03/05, 10:23 AM
Yep, protein, a whey protein wil absorb rapidly and some simple carbs to get into your musles fast - look for a shake with protein and dextrose/maltose for carbs. Then an hour later have a meal of lean protein and veggies, maybe some beans.
Good luck!

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