Q: Should I eat protein before or after my workout?
You should consume protein before AND after your workouts. Always eat a small pre-workout meal consisting of some low glycemic carbs and a quality protein. A good meal is a half cup of rolled oats and a scoop of whey protein. This provides you with a sustained carb source to provide energy through your workout and a quality protein source to support muscle repair and growth.
Post-workout meal should consist of a high quality protein and a high glycemic carbohydrate. After your workout is the ideal time to spike your insulin levels and re-supply your body with glycogen. Liquid meals are great after your workout because you don’t have to deal with the heavy digestion which real foods takes. I like Isagenix alot, it’s everything my body needs after a hard workout.The goal for post workout is to maintain a prompt digestion rate so nutrients can transport swiftly and efficiently to our muscles.