Learn How To Maximise Your Recovery After A Gruelling Session

**POST-WORKOUT PROTEIN SHAKES**

It’s those last couple of minutes of the workout when all you can think about is sculling a delicious cold chocolate protein shake, probably the reason why I work out really! But wait, who doesn’t take a protein shake after their workout?

Is it because you don’t think you need it?

Maybe you think it’s just for “athletes”?

Maybe you think there is no benefit of taking them?

The question is, do you really know what goes on in your body during a workout and after a workout!?

For those of us tracking body fat and muscle quality, you may realize that while your body fat decrease’s, sometimes some of your muscle quality decreases’s as well. Well, one of the reasons may be that you aren’t refueling properly after your workout and therefore your muscles aren’t recovering properly and are losing their quality (strength/recovery/endurance).

What is happening to your body when you workout?

When you are pushing through a tough workout, you can feel that your muscles are constantly challenged (sore legs, arms, etc), and their fibers begin to break down and sustain damage. The process of repairing and rebuilding those fibers, called muscle protein synthesis, uses amino acids from protein to encourage healthy recovery and muscular growth.

The quicker you can get these amino acids and protein into your body, the better your body is going to recover!

Liquid, such as a protein shake, is the fastest way to absorb specific amino acids and protein to the muscles and assist in recovering the muscles faster and stronger.

Are all protein shakes the same?

No! There are THOUSANDS of different brands and types of protein powders in the world! Some are based on pure protein and no carbs, some have extra supplements inside for enhancing muscle or increasing energy or assisting in weight loss, etc. And many use different sources to derive the protein from- such as pea protein, rice protein, etc.

Our recommendations-

It really comes down to your personal preference and sport. If you are doing bodybuilding and trying to cut out carbs, then we would recommend a whey protein isolate, that just consists of protein and no carbs, which will fit macros a bit easier. However, if you are just going to the gym daily doing all sorts of training, we recommend a blend that contains carbs as well as protein.

There are many different blends suited towards your gym journey as well, such as lean workout shakes and bulking shakes etc. We recommend TRUE Protein as one of the best protein and health suppliers in Australia/NZ.

The importance of carbohydrates in a protein shake-

Carbohydrates host a whole variety of functions within the human body. First and foremost, they are responsible for supplying energy to the muscular and central nervous system.

Secondly, once carbohydrates are digested and converted to glucose, they are then stored as glycogen within the liver and muscle cells, replenishing depleted stores that have been used within the body during both training and typical daily tasks.

Carbohydrates are the fuel that pushes the protein and amino acids to the muscles! Without carbohydrates, the protein isn’t moving quickly enough to recover the muscles!

Conclusion- If you are consistent with your training, find a protein shakes suited to you and start feeling and seeing those results you’ve been waiting for!