Sentences with phrase «for after a strenuous workout»

Watermelon is full of fast - digesting carbs that spike insulin levels, which is what you're looking for after a strenuous workout.

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First of all, rice in general is not a very good source of protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals — it's merely an easily absorbable form of glucose, which makes it a good food choice for replenishing your muscles after a strenuous workout.

If you're running more than 25 miles a week, you count as an endurance athlete and need to eat for recovery purposes (although eating a little protein and carbohydrate after any workout you felt was strenuous is beneficial).

It is not uncommon for people to put on weight after starting a strenuous workout program.

Protein is essential for normal body functioning and crucial to help build and repair muscle tissue after strenuous workout sessions.

Relaxed or (passive) stretching which is the type of flexibility training that should conclude all workouts can speed up post recovery because after strenuous exercise the length of your muscles will shorten and it can take several hours for the length to return to normal.

Ideally, you should aim for at least 8 hours of sleep each night, especially after a strenuous workout.

According to the American Association of Equine Practitioners, several situations where leg bandages are beneficial to your horse include: • Providing support for tendons and ligaments during strenuous workouts • Preventing or reducing swelling after exercise or injury • Protecting legs from impact • Shielding wounds from contamination and assisting in healing1

After a strenuous two - hour workout, Pukka was still up for a game of fetch!

Post-event, a massage is excellent for loosening up your pet's muscles and joints in order to prevent stiffness, and it helps speed up the drainage of lactic acid that builds up after any strenuous workout.