What To Eat After Your HIIT Session

After any hardcore workout session, we often need food in order to refuel. In Malaysia, the habit of working out among people is growing rapidly. And it comes as no surprise that the food we eat after working out is crucial for us in order to refuel properly and adequately.

The people in Malaysia are not realizing this more as this culture grows within our nation. Many people are down for a good, sweaty workout, especially one that will burn a lot of calories and work up a sweat in just a short amount of time. And one of the most popular fitness trends for around two years running ticks both of these boxes. And this is where high intensity interval training comes into the picture.

Studies show that HIIT, which is known for short bursts of high intensity exercise followed by short rest periods, has been connected to weight loss, an increase in both aerobic and anaerobic fitness, and also the strengthening of muscles. It is also ideal for those people who are short on time. Yet if you are adding HIIT to your routine to help you reach your fitness goals, it is crucial that you pair it with the right nutrition.

Refueling your body post workout with the right types of foods will help you with muscle repair and growth and it can help to replace any energy that was lost during your workout session. In this article, we will be taking a look at some of the best foods for you to refuel after your HIIT session!


EGGS



Eggs are one of the best, and also many people's personal favorite food after a workout. They are a powerhouse of nutrition, and carry a significant amount of protein and healthy fats, about 7 grams and 5 grams respectively per egg.

Eggs are also often considered a complete protein source. This means that they tend to contain all nine of the essential amino acids, which have been connected to aiding in muscle recovery.

Eggs also contain B vitamins, which will aid in your energy production. People love utilizing eggs for protein. They are delicious, easy to make, and can be cooked in a variety of different ways. One of people's favorite recipes is making avocado egg salad. Add hard boiled eggs to avocado, spicy brown mustard, dill pickles, and some salt and pepper.

Then enjoy it on a piece of toast. Other ideas for incorporating eggs into your post workout snack includes on a salad with tuna and spinach, scrambled with peppers and mushrooms and also hard boiled with a pinch of salt and pepper.


BLUEBERRIES



Blueberries are both delicious and also packed with dietary fiber, vitamins, protein, and as well as antioxidants. All and any forms of exercise will often cause some type of oxidative stress, or an imbalance between the free radicals and antioxidants within your body.

For this simple reason, it is important to include a proper amount of antioxidant rich foods into your everyday diet. What’s more, eating blueberries after a workout session has also been connected to accelerated muscle recovery time. And the great news is, they can also be incorporated into your diet a number of different and interesting ways.

Many people prefer eating blueberries on a regular basis and they tend to throw in a handful or two in their post training smoothie. Other ways to include these in your post workout snack also include pairing them with some coconut yogurt, as topping for oats and as well as enjoying them on their own. This can be something truly interesting for you to try out.


AVOCADO



Many people tend to love a good avocado. This wonderous fruit is known for being rich in magnesium, which is excellent for muscle recovery. It also contains 14 percent of your daily value of potassium, which will help regulate fluid balance and also controlling electrical activity of your heart and as well as the other muscles.

What’s more, avocado is also known for being a great source of folate and vitamins C, K, and B-6, all of which are anti inflammatory nutrients, which will potentially help reduce inflammation in your body that may be caused by exercise induced stress. In short, this fruit is most certainly a great way to aid in HIIT recovery.

For many people, they make sure to include it in one to two of their meals per day and they find that one third of an avocado is a sufficient serving size. Here are a number of different and unique ways to enjoy avocados, you can pair them with eggs, mashed on toast, added to a power bowl, thrown into a smoothie or even on its own with a little bit of salt and fresh ground pepper.


GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES



Much like blueberries, green leafy vegetables are also a part of many people's go to post workout food. They are full of vitamins, minerals, and also fiber. They are also known for being low in calories. These types of vegetables are also high in antioxidants and it can help to minimize the free radicals that may be released during your HIIT training.

There is a large variety of leafy green vegetables to choose from, but some of the more popular ones will include kale, spinach, arugula and watercress. Like many people do with blueberries, they always throw in some frozen spinach into their post workout smoothies, which is about two big handfuls. It will tend to blend easier when frozen, meaning you will not be able to taste it, not to mention it that it will make your smoothie extra cold!

You can also consume your leafy greens the following ways such as sautéed with some extra virgin olive oil as a side dish, simply thrown into a salad or added to a pasta dish along with some lean protein.


PROTEIN POWDER



Making sure that your body is getting sufficient whole food protein in order to help the muscle recovery process is not always easy or possible. In this case, it is suggested that you look for some high quality protein powder, which will help support the body when muscle breakdown occurs during strength training or even HIIT exercises.

Another positive when it comes to protein powder is the simplicity and the convenience factor. It is a great grab and go option for those who are short on time, not to mention it will also keep you fuller for longer. Many people tend to opt for vegan protein powders if they have issues with lactose, there are also a number of types out there that you can try. As a tip, it is recommended to try keep the sugar content below 6 to 8 grams per serving.


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