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Sweets, or carbohydrates, can be beneficial after a workout because they help replenish the glycogen stores in your muscles that were depleted during exercise. Glycogen is a form of glucose that your body stores in your muscles and liver and uses for energy during exercise. When you work out, your muscles use up some of this stored glycogen, which needs to be replenished for proper recovery.
Consuming carbohydrates after exercise can also help stimulate the release of insulin, which helps transport nutrients like glucose and amino acids into your muscle cells for repair and growth. However, it's important to note that not all sweets are created equal, and it's best to choose sources of carbohydrates that are also rich in nutrients and low in added sugars. Some examples include fruits, whole grains, and sweet potatoes. Consuming too many high-sugar, low-nutrient sweets after a workout can actually be detrimental to your health and fitness goals.
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Guest article from the_running_dpt. It’s a common misconception that participating in activities like running and strength training “wear out” your joints over time, but our bodies aren’t machines that wear down over time. Our bodies adapt. Research shows that activities like running and strength training build STRONGER cartilage- these activities are protective to your joints as you age🏃🏼♀️ And we have research dating back to the 80’s documenting this in powerlifters- athletes who move some SERIOUS weight. These activities also help maintain and improve bone density🦴. So by avoiding activity to “protect your joints”, you may be doing the exact opposite😳. Don’t fall victim to misinformation- protect your joints, stay active!🏃🏼♀️🏋🏼♀️ Did this help you? Share with a friend! Sweets, or carbohydrates, can be beneficial after a workout because they help replenish the glycogen stores in your muscles that were depleted during exercise. Glycogen is a form of glucose that your body stores in your muscles and liver and uses for energy during exercise. When you work out, your muscles use up some of this stored glycogen, which needs to be replenished for proper recovery.
Consuming carbohydrates after exercise can also help stimulate the release of insulin, which helps transport nutrients like glucose and amino acids into your muscle cells for repair and growth. However, it's important to note that not all sweets are created equal, and it's best to choose sources of carbohydrates that are also rich in nutrients and low in added sugars. Some examples include fruits, whole grains, and sweet potatoes. Consuming too many high-sugar, low-nutrient sweets after a workout can actually be detrimental to your health and fitness goals. |
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