When you work out, it’s just as important to fuel your body after your workout as it is to before. The right post-workout snacks can improve your body’s recovery time, effectively helping you build muscles and feel less sore so you can safely hit the gym again.

Now you’re likely wondering what to eat after a workout. We have you covered. Here are a few post-workout snacks to enjoy after you exercise!

Hard-Boiled Eggs

You will see a theme among these snacks: they are all high in protein. Eating protein after your workout not only helps your muscles heal, it also prevents the loss of lean mass. Essentially, post-workout snacks that have a lot of protein can help you look and feel your best after you exercise.

Eggs are a great source of protein and contain six grams of it! If you don’t like hard-boiled eggs, you can also make an omelet after your workout.

Whey Protein Drink

You may have heard of or seen whey protein. It’s one of the primary proteins found in dairy products and is typically sold in the form of powder. Whey protein provides a great number of essential amino acids that support the work of proteins in your body. In its powder form, you can add whey protein to liquids (like a drink) or even applesauce.

Grilled Chicken

Chicken is another protein-packed food that makes the perfect post-workout snack. The key to getting the most nutrients from chicken is in how you prepare it. Avoid frying or even baking chicken with bread crumbs. Simply grilling it with some seasoning makes it a delicious snack you can eat on its own or add to a salad, wrap, or burrito bowl.

Other Post-Workout Snacks

Of course, there are just a handful of the snacks that are good to eat after a workout. Here are a few others to consider depending on your personal taste and time:

• Salmon
• Sweet potato (baked)
• Tuna
• Oatmeal
• Almonds or any other nuts
• Cottage cheese
• Hummus
• Peanut butter or nut butter
• Whole grain toast or crackers
• String cheese
• Quinoa
• Greek yogurt

And, of course, you can’t go wrong with enjoying fruits and veggies after your workout as well. The only foods you should avoid are full-fat dairy products or highly processed snacks.

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