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!!!