Is protein after exercise important?

Protein intake provides the body with nutrients that are essential for maintaining muscle mass, they are the main structural component of cells and tissues. The combination of regular exercise with high protein diet will help you to prevent muscle breakdown and promote muscle growth and strength.

When our bodies have reached complete exhaustion due to intense activity and muscle tear down, we must replace it and replenish our bodies with a “clean up process” by eating animal-based protein that contains high nutritional value such as (eggs, meat, fish, chicken, and turkey) or plant base such as (fruits, grains, nuts, seeds).

Some of the important post-workout protein intake benefits are:

  • Regulating many metabolic functions.
  • Gives feeling of fullness reduce appetite.
  • Improves immune functions.
  • Improves muscle recovery and less soreness feeling.

Many studies have examined everything from the composition of the carbohydrate in post-workout drinks to exact amino acid combinations. Countless of these studies continue to reveal effective post-workout nutrition strategies for athletes as well as those who exercise for recreational use.

Ideally, consume some protein one hour before exercise and then during the next thirty minutes after finishing your routine, remember to drink lots of water. Water is necessary to help your body eliminate toxins. In this way you will not overload your kidneys and you will guarantee good hydration to your body!!!

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Tim McComsey is the founding owner of TRYM Fitness: Dallas’s Premier Personal Training and Nutrition Company, NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Registered Dietitian. He started TRYM Fitness in 2011 and has been growing successfully ever since! This is his 15th year in the fitness industry and his scope of work has broadened from being ambassador to Sunwarrior, a partner to Vitamin World, and a sponsored athlete to 361usa shoes and apparel. He also contributes to Men’s Fitness Magazine and Human Fit Project with video and content production. Through his years in the industry, he has placed 1st in several fitness competitions including the 2013 Dallas Europa Men’s Physique. His passion is to empower both men and women to be the healthiest and most fit they can be using various platforms.

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