Eating after exercise

[AussieSam 234]

Hey all I'm just wondering if anyone can eat more after exercise. I seem to be able to eat more after exercise but less when I dont. Is that normal ?

[Zoey716 98]

It is normal to be hungrier post exercise. Try having a Protein shake or something high in Protein (deli turkey, tuna, hard boiled eggs etc) soon after a workout (typically within 30-45 min). This will help repair and maintain your muscles, and will help curb your appetite a bit.

Best of luck and great job with the exercising!!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Completely normal. I always make sure to have Protein before and after a workout. This fuels my body so I burn fat not muscle. Typically pre-workout I make a protein smoothie. Afterwards is usually a light snack of almonds, a bit of cheese, or another smaller, Protein Shake.< /p>

[JamieLogical 8,707]

Definitely aim for high Protein when eating after exercise. I too am usually able to eat a bit more post-workout than other times of day. That's why I always workout before dinner, since that tends to be my largest and highest protein "meal" of the day. It also might do you some good to eat a small amount of carbs BEFORE a workout. My afternoon snack is usually greek yogurt with a little granola or kashi Cereal mixed in. That's the only time I eat any real carbs and I find it helps fuel me through my workout a little better.

[Rizzle01 54]

It was normal for me. I had to quit exercising as hard or else I would eat too much.

[AussieSam 234]

Thanks all for clearing that up for me I was starting to worry that there might be something wrong with my band.

[Stephanie Stroup McIntosh 157]

I am hungry after exercise, but typically can not eat very much at all after working out. I think its because I drink while working out.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I cannot drink while working out. The only time I drink is if I take dance class.