Annette's Blog Post Workout Recovery
June 24th, 2008It’s important to eat the right foods after you workout, especially after strength training. I recommend that you eat within 45 minutes of your workout. This is considered the “Golden Hour” when the muscles absorb the most nutrients and glycogen, which is energy reserves in your muscles, is most efficiently replaced. So what should you eat? You should eat carbohydrates for glycogen replacement and protein for muscle repair and growth. You should eat high quality carbohydrates such as fruit or vegetables and whole grains and low fat protein. Here is a recipe for my power packed post workout recovery shake.
8-10 ounces of purified water
1 tbsp. Organic Cocoa Powder
1 Scoop Isagenix IsaPro Whey Protein powder
1 1/2 Scoops of Isagenix IsaLean Shake powder (Vanilla or Chocolate, I like the chocolate)
1 small handful of organic blueberries
1 tbsp. Barlean’s Organic Flax Oil
Mix together in blender and drink. You may want to put a few icecube in if desired.
This post workout shake is full of antioxidants (blueberries and cocoa), amino acids, enzymes, trace minerals, high quality undenatured whey protein, fructose, essential fatty acids, fiber, is low in sodium and is gluten free.
I always feel great after drinking this shake whether I have just worked out or I am just starting my day. It is a great meal replacement for weight loss and optimal health as well. Click here to learn more about Isagenix products and feel free to call me with any additional questions.
Namaste,
Annette
