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Last Updated on January 7, 2021
Before: Candy
The only time to toss back some junk food carbs is 15 to 30 minutes prior to your workout when you need that quick fix. Up to fifty grams of carbs get burned during a heavy lifting session, so keeping your glycogen levels topped off will enhance your performance and prevent fatigue. And unknown to many, junk food carbs can give you that pump because it creates an insulin spike. When those fast-digesting sugars get absorbed into the blood stream, insulin levels will increase —ultimately widening your blood vessels.
Cool fact: bodybuilders will eat candy before a competition to get that pump and look more vascular.
After: Chocolate Milk
It’s an old school recovery method that still works today. Chocolate milk has water, protein, and sugar – all of which your body needs post-workout. The bonus: a delicious, thirst-quenching drink now replaces any electrolytes that were lost while you were sweating.
Before: Fruit Salad With Quinoa and Avocado
The simple sugars from the fruit will give you a boost of energy while the quinoa will keep your insulin levels in check mid-workout. As for the avocado, it will feed your body with healthy fats for amped up t-levels, and prevent inflammation post-workout.
After: Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Buffalo wings and pizza – possibly the best combo ever created. But this pizza is high in protein, clocking in at 55 grams, and it only takes 15 minutes to make. Made with a whole-wheat pizza crust, this pizza will help regulate blood sugar levels because it contains 10 grams of fiber.
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