Gasping for a drink post workout?

We have all you need to know about what to eat and drink after working up a sweat.

1. Water.

Is your go to fluid replacer, it is essential to get the right amount of water before, during, and after exercise. Water will regulate your body temperature and lubricates your joints. It also helps transport nutrients to give you energy and keep you healthy. Water will allow you to perform at your optimum level.

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2. Carbs

Carbohydrates are a primary fuel that keeps your muscles working. And after a workout your body has burned this! So it is vital to refuel as soon as you can to keep the energy flowing.

3. Protein

Protein is important to recover, it will stimulate muscle repair and growth after a workout. So it is important to select the appropriate recovery foods, especially those high in protein as this will build new lean tissue as part of your body’s adaptive process. Some people stress that having a protein shake post workout will make them bulk or even put on weight - but as long as you are watching the rest of the calories and aiming for a balanced diet the protein shake will just be helping with aiding your recovery, helping your muscles to recover and impacting positively on your body.

Have you tried our Rebuild Strength, a post-exercise protein shake that promotes lean muscle growth - to be consumed within 30 minutes of any workout for maximum benefits.

4. Sleep well

Our 24 Restore are the ultimate must haves to help repair and replenish the muscles while you sleep. Wake up without the aches and pains from tearing your muscles through working out. To build lean muscle and lose weight your body undergoes tremendous strength which is why these little gems were created to help you recover as fast as possible - limiting those rest days.