Post-workout snacks

Postworkout Snack:

Snacking Goal: Repair and jumpstart muscle recovery.
Known in bodybuilding circles as the “window of opportunity,” this is a prime time to snack. That’s because within 15 minutes of completing your workout, your muscles are like sponges waiting to refill their glycogen stores. So for effective rebuilding and recovery of muscles, eat a carb- and protein-rich snack that’s very low in fat. After a 30-minute workout, combine a mixture of different types of high-carb foods like fruits, whole-grains with high-protein foods like lean meat, low-fat cheese, yogurt and protein.

Try:
•UltraMeal shake, 1 slice whole grain bread, 1 tbsp natural peanut butter

•1/2 oz parkt-skim mozzarella, 1 oz turkey breast, 1 6-inch whole wheat tortilla, 2 tbsp salsa

•1 1/2 oz roasted unsalted soy nuts + 1 medium fresh orange