It is important to remember that having a meal with too much protein is pointless since the body only digests what it needs and stores the rest as fat, similar to other excess food intake. Admittedly, an active individual who works out on a regular basis, whether it’s endurance or strength training, would require a higher amount of protein compared to a person who doesn’t engage in exercises at all. This is because during a workout your body tears muscle, and in order for it to grow and recover you would need the sufficient amount of protein to help build these tissues and enable fast recovery. In order to maximize benefits, your post workout meal should consist of protein, fats and carbs.
Respect your body’s limits and requirements and show it the love it deserves.
PROTEIN IN TOWN
FATS
PROTEIN POWDER
• GNC Stores • Danube Supermarket • Nutrition Solutions (Othaim Mall)
CARBS
With our busy lifestyles, having a meal right after working out can be difficult for some. A great tip is to carry a protein snack which is conveniently available in the market, making it much easier to consume post-workout protein.
You can opt for the appropriate nutritional content depending on personal health goals. Always remember that healthy food and lifestyle are the gateway to a happier life.
SNACKS
• Whites Pharmacy • Lulu Supermarket • Nutrition Solutions (Othaim Mall) Note: Don’t forget to drink around 2.5 liters of water per day and get seven to eight hours of sleep. 500 ml x5 = 2.5 LITERS
JUICE BARS
• Farghali • 50 Fruits (Exit 15) • Juice Time (Murooj) • Tutti Mango (Euromarche, Sahara Mall)
PROTEIN ICE CREAM
• Shakes (Hayat Mall, Takhassussi St.)
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