What is Post Workout Nutrition?
in short post workout nutrition is what you eat after a workout.
Often times we think the best thing to eat after a workout is nothing. I know i thought the same.... However we're doing a disservice to our bodies when we do not feed it the right foods after an intense working out.
you're probably thinking, " well what can I eat after a workout Leslie?"
a great post workout meal can be a
Protein is crucial and suuuuuuper important after your workout. Protein helps
- Lose weight / Gain Muscle (aka increase muscle mass )
-Speed up your metabolism ( Because you have more muscle )
- Recovery / repair body cells (make new ones)
We can talk about the science on another post. but for now make sure you are prioritizing protein intake after your workout. :)
If you have questions or need help feel free to reach out to me.
- Leslie your Esti Besti
#XcelFam
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Hey Guys & Gals!
Vanessa here, back again with another recipe! I know we are home and busy with online shopping so on your way to pick up your curbside order here is a healthy hack for cafe de olla.
Let me just say BOMB.com.
Heres what you'll need :
Vanilla Quest Protein Shake
Black Coffee
Xcellent Nutrition Horchata Refresher
Here's how to make your protein Cafe de Olla
So you will order you a Grande Americano in a venti cup ( for the extra room).
You will mix half of the Quest Vanilla Protein Shake and a quarter of the horchata refresher.
And they ya go. Protein Cafe de Olla.
]]>2020 has been a WTF year hasn't it?
I mean gyms closed for most of the year and everyones life was sorda put thier health on stand by.
Gyms closing do not have to be reason why you give up on your fitness jouney.
Fitness starts with what you eat. To become fit you must first make your mind fit, By choosing better food choices and you do that by constantly practicing.
Here my Top 5 Snacks for Weightloss!
1. Cucumber with Lemon and low sodium Tajin
2. Bell peppers with Hummus
3. Celery with cream Cheese and everything but the bagel seasoning ( chefs kiss on this one)
4. Berries ( these can be Strawberries, Blueberries, Black Berries, and Raspberries)
The reason why I chose snacks is because they are mostly water. Water is a big plus in weight loss and it helps flush out nasty toxins that make you sick.
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Instead of mindlessly eating or forcing yourself to eat an entire portion, focus on how hungry you feel. It is okay to leave food on your plate despite of what mom said! Slow down and pay attention to your food and body cues. Do you normally get seconds? Wait a few minutes to see if you are truly hungry or it's just your mind at work.
Add veggies to every single meal, including breakfast. Vegetables are so great for your body and they will also help you feel full so you’ll snack less throughout the day. You can sauté greens with your eggs in the morning or make a breakfast casserole or quiche with lots of veggies. For lunch and dinner, you can enjoy salads, grilled veggies, or simply snack on some raw vegetables.
Instead of focusing on the foods that you cannot eat, think of all of the foods that you can eat. Adding in new foods will increase your excitement about eating and help you focus on positive additions. Try new vegetables, meats, and fruits. Look for new recipes that will spice up your current eating routine. You may find that you enjoy a new type of cuisine!
If you love pasta, rice, or pizza, try substituting the cauliflower version once a week. If you are a sweets lover, make healthy treats with fruit like banana ice cream or fruit smoothies. These can help you enjoy the foods you love with less calories and bad-for-you ingredients.
Eating healthy does take work, but you can minimize how much work it takes. Prep for your meals on the weekend so that you aren’t rushed and stressed throughout the week. Planning out your meals in advance also helps relieves the stress of deciding what to eat when you are hungry and tired.
Buy healthy snacks like nuts, dried fruit, and low sugar protein bars to keep in your pantry, purse, car, gym bag, and work. If you have plenty of healthy options around, you’ll be much less likely to indulge in a burger and fries in a moment of weakness.
If you never let yourself indulge when you want to, you will eventually lose self-control and binge on unhealthy foods. You can try following the 80/20 rule where you eat healthy for 80% of the time and indulge 20%. Or simply follow a No Strings Attached approach, where you enjoy a treat guilt free and then get back to healthy eating immediately after.
Making small changes to your daily eating habits can make a big difference in how you look and feel. The best eating habits are ones you can consistently engage in. Pick a few of the habits above and try them for a few weeks. Add in more when you can and you’ll be on your way to a happy, healthy life.
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