12 Best Post-Workout Foods

While it’s important to fuel up before your workout, what you eat after is just as important. A tough workout means you need proper nutrition afterwards — after all, your muscle glycogen needs to be replenished, since it’s depleted during exercise. Eating well after a workout can also help repair and build new muscle tissue. Here are the best post-workout foods to eat for maximum recovery and results.

1. Chocolate milk

Your favorite childhood drink is actually also a favorite of bodybuilders after they lift. Low-fat chocolate milk makes a great post-workout recovery drink because it quickly restores muscles to their peak potential, replenishing losses like fluids, electrolytes, and nutrients which are lost when we sweat.

2. Chia seeds

Chia seeds are a fantastic source of nutrients and proteins. You can sprinkle them raw into smoothies, salads, and more. Or if you soak them in almond milk or water, you can make a delicious pudding with some chopped fruits inside — no one will be able to tell that it’s good for you!

3. Avocado Toast

Avocados are packed with good-for-you fats and is overall dense in nutrients. When combined with other carbs like whole wheat toast and some eggs for an irresistibly rich, but healthy meal. You can also blend avocados into hummus, smoothies, and pretty much anything due to their versatile flavors.

4. Nut Butter

Also a good source of fats, nut butter comes in all varieties beyond peanuts, such as almonds and cashews. Try it in a smoothie bowl or a sandwich with honey and banana slices. You can always go classic PB and J, but we recommend cutting the processed sugar in jam and going a more natural route.