{"id":50634,"date":"2023-04-17T13:24:25","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T13:24:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=50634"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"carbs-after-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"Should You Eat Carbs After A Workout? Here&#8217;s What You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#What_Happens_When_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\" >What Happens When You Eat Carbs After A Workout?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#Glycogen_Stores_Are_Replenished\" >Glycogen Stores Are Replenished\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#Insulin_Levels_Increase\" >Insulin Levels Increase\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#Body_Uses_The_Nutrients_You_Consume_More_Effectively\" >Body Uses The Nutrients You Consume More Effectively<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#Speed_Up_Recovery_Time\" >Speed Up Recovery Time\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#Carbs_Arent_Converted_To_Fat\" >Carbs Aren&#8217;t Converted To Fat\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#What_Are_Good_Carbs_To_Eat_After_A_Workout\" >What Are Good Carbs To Eat After A Workout?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#How_Much_Carbs_Should_You_Take_After_Workout\" >How Much Carbs Should You Take After Workout?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#What_If_High-Glycemic_Carbs_Leave_Me_Sluggish\" >What If High-Glycemic Carbs Leave Me Sluggish?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#When_Not_To_Eat_Carbs_After_Workout\" >When Not To Eat Carbs After Workout?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#How_To_Time_Carbs_After_Workout\" >How To Time Carbs After Workout?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-after-workout\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs get a bad rap in the fitness world, partly due to their reputation as diet saboteurs and partly due to outdated nutritional advice. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it&#8217;s true that eating the wrong kind of carbs, in the wrong amounts and at the wrong times, can lead to weight gain and a host of other health problems, there are times when this macronutrient is beneficial. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our bodies actually need carbs to function at their best. They are the preferred source of fuel for our cells and provide the energy we need to maintain our physical performance. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So when it comes to post-workout nutrition, it&#8217;s important to ask the question: Should you eat carbs after a workout? If yes, what carbs should you eat after a workout? In what quantities? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to find answers to your most pressing questions about post-workout carbs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_When_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\"><\/span><b>What Happens When You Eat Carbs After A Workout?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve probably been warned not to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/refined-carbs\/\">consume carbs<\/a> after a workout because it will lead to weight gain, or worse interfere with muscle growth by preventing your body from using the amino acids it needs to build muscle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to this advice, consuming carbs after a workout can be beneficial as the following process illustrates that your:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glycogen_Stores_Are_Replenished\"><\/span><b>Glycogen Stores Are Replenished\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glycogen is the form of glucose <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-keto-diet\/\">your body<\/a> stores in the muscles and liver. It&#8217;s used to fuel physical activity and is depleted during exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6019055\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much you use up depends on the type and intensity of your workout. For example, an endurance sport like running depletes more glycogen than a weightlifting session.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After exercise, your body needs to replenish its stores of glycogen to repair and rebuild muscle. This is where post-workout carbs come in. Eating them after your workout gives your body the glucose it needs to replenish glycogen and repair muscle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some argue that the amount of glycogen used when lifting weights is too small to require replenishment, but studies show that even a moderate amount of exercise depletes glycogen. Furthermore, any workout that has 6-20 sets can deplete glycogen by up to 40% (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6019055\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don&#8217;t replenish your stores of glycogen, your body will have to use other sources of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-before-bed\/\">energy<\/a>. This may slow down muscle growth and impair physical performance. These alternate sources of energy include glucose from dietary sources and protein, both of which are needed for other metabolic processes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-many-carbs-are-in-almond-milk\/\"><i>How Many Carbs Are In Almond Milk?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47233 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207678-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207678.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207678-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207678.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207678-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207678.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insulin_Levels_Increase\"><\/span><b>Insulin Levels Increase\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insulin is an anabolic hormone, which means that it helps your body to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/no-carbs-diet-plan-for-2-weeks\/\">build muscle<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you eat carbs, your body releases insulin that helps transport glucose from the bloodstream into the muscle cells. This is beneficial for post-workout recovery since it helps the muscles to absorb glucose and amino acids, both of which are necessary for muscle growth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10331397\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The theory is that insulin attaches to specific receptors located on the muscle cells, allowing them to absorb more of the nutrients. Furthermore, as an anabolic hormone, insulin inhibits the degradation of muscle tissue, which means that it helps prevent muscle breakdown (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10331397\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body_Uses_The_Nutrients_You_Consume_More_Effectively\"><\/span><b>Body Uses The Nutrients You Consume More Effectively<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s well known that consuming protein after a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/food-with-no-carbs\/\">workout<\/a> can enhance muscle growth, but did you know that carbs are just as important?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs provide energy for your muscles to absorb and use the protein. Without this energy, your body won&#8217;t be able to process the protein and use it to build muscle. In other words, carbs are an essential part of post-workout nutrition if you&#8217;re aiming to build muscle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796021\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, this macronutrient helps with the utilization of other supplements that you may take after a workout, such as creatine and BCAAs. Carbs increase the absorption of these supplements, thus improving their efficacy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796021\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speed_Up_Recovery_Time\"><\/span><b>Speed Up Recovery Time\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expending so much energy and pushing yourself through a difficult workout can leave you feeling drained and fatigued. Consuming <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fast-digesting-carbs\/\">carbs<\/a> after a workout can give you the energy to get through your day and help speed up your recovery time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple carbs like fruit, honey, or a sports drink can be used to quickly replenish energy levels and allow you to get back to your regular routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The glucose from carbs is used to replenish your glycogen stores and help rebuild muscle. This leads to an increase in strength, allowing you to perform better during your next <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/do-you-need-carbs-to-build-muscle\/\">workout<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47232 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207677-1024x576.png\" alt=\"carbs after workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207677.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207677-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207677.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207677-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207677.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carbs_Arent_Converted_To_Fat\"><\/span><b>Carbs Aren&#8217;t Converted To Fat\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Normally, carbs go through a process that results in them being converted to fat. This happens when you eat too much and your body can&#8217;t process all of the carbs. So it stores them as fat instead.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, after a workout, your muscles are primed and ready to absorb the nutrients they need for recovery. It is &#8220;hungry&#8221; for those carbs, so it will use them immediately, allowing you to avoid this conversion process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So the naysayers are wrong. Post-workout carbs don&#8217;t make you fat! They actually help build muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Good_Carbs_To_Eat_After_A_Workout\"><\/span><b>What Are Good Carbs To Eat After A Workout?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs are divided into two based on their glycemic index, the high GI carbs and the low GI carbs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High GI foods are simple carbohydrates, also called fast-digesting carbs, that are quickly broken down and absorbed into your bloodstream. These include processed <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/carbs-make-you-fat\/\">foods<\/a> such as white bread, soda, candy, and sugary cereals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whereas, Low GI foods are complex carbs that take longer to break down and absorb. These include unprocessed carbohydrates such as fruits, whole wheat, quinoa, oats, and brown rice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to post-workout nutrition, you want to go for fast-digesting carbs because (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6267571\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are absorbed into the bloodstream immediately in order to get to your muscles quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fast action allows your muscles to pull water into the cells and restore glycogen levels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will give you a burst of energy to help with your recovery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They aren&#8217;t stored as fat in your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend pure glucose, like dextrose or maltodextrin. These are simple carbohydrates that are quickly converted into energy and easily assimilated by your muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some easy sources of pure glucose include raisins, honey, and gummy bears. Read the labels to find the words &#8220;glucose&#8221; or &#8220;dextrose&#8221;.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, slow-digesting carbs can&#8217;t be directly turned into muscle glycogen. They must first travel through the liver and be converted into glucose, then stored as muscle glycogen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your liver decides when and how much of the stored glycogen it will release, so slow-digesting carbs can&#8217;t provide you with the immediate energy your muscle needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47230 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207675-1024x576.png\" alt=\"carbs after workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207675.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207675-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207675.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207675-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207675.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Carbs_Should_You_Take_After_Workout\"><\/span><b>How Much Carbs Should You Take After Workout?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of carbs you need to consume after a workout depends on your activity level and goals. We recommend between 20-60 grams of high-glycemic carbs depending on the activity you have done (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796021\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with this, you&#8217;ll need 40-50 grams of protein to help your muscles recover and build strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796021\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This can come from a mix of whey and casein (two different types of protein) or a good-quality protein powder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also add 5-10 grams of Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) to this mix (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796021\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). BCAAs help accelerate the recovery process and prevent muscle breakdown.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-milk\/\"><i>Keto Milk: Dairy Milk Is High In Carbs, So Here Are A Few Keto-Friendly Substitutes<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_If_High-Glycemic_Carbs_Leave_Me_Sluggish\"><\/span><b>What If High-Glycemic Carbs Leave Me Sluggish?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common side effect of high-glycemic carbs is the feeling of sluggishness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you find yourself feeling this way after eating the carbs, try reducing your intake and pairing it with a low-glycemic food like apples or a beet salad. This will provide your muscles with the glucose they need without leaving you feeling tired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you may have 15-30 grams of glucose and 15-30 grams of low-glycemic carbs. The slow-digesting carbs will help balance out the effects of the fast-digesting ones, leaving you feeling energized and ready for your next workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t forget to pair your carbs with protein and BCAA&#8217;s for optimal recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Not_To_Eat_Carbs_After_Workout\"><\/span><b>When Not To Eat Carbs After Workout?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re on a low-carb diet, you won&#8217;t need to consume carbs after your workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-carb diets are effective for losing weight, and even if you&#8217;re an athlete, you can still gain strength and performance boosts. In these cases, protein and fats are the most important nutrients to focus on post-workout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;d recommend a post-workout shake with 40 grams of protein, and 5-10 grams of BCAAs. You can also add a bit of healthy fat like omega-3s from fish oil or some nut butter to your shake for a slow release of energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47224 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670-1024x577.png\" alt=\"carbs after workout\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207670.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Time_Carbs_After_Workout\"><\/span><b>How To Time Carbs After Workout?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, you want to consume carbs within 30 minutes of your workout. This will give your muscles the immediate energy they need to start the recovery process. Keep in mind that you don&#8217;t have to eat immediately after your workout, but research shows that delaying carb intake by more than two hours reduces glycogen replenishment by up to 50% (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3905295\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that being said, there&#8217;s some controversy surrounding the proper timing for carbs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some experts believe that glycogen levels automatically replenish within 24 hours and that timing isn&#8217;t as important. This may be true, but the evidence supporting immediate post-workout carb consumption is still strong.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs are an essential part of any workout nutrition plan, and the type and amount you consume can make or break your performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-glycemic carbs provide the energy your muscles need to power through and recover. Meanwhile, slow-digesting carbs help balance out your meal and provide sustained energy. Aim to consume 20-60 grams of carbs within 30 minutes of your workout, along with 40 grams of protein and 5-10 grams of BCAAs.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Should_You_Eat_Carbs_After_A_Workout\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Carbs get a bad rap in the fitness world, partly due to their reputation as diet saboteurs and partly due to outdated nutritional advice. 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They are the preferred source of fuel for our cells and provide the energy we need to maintain our physical performance. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So when it comes to post-workout nutrition, it's important to ask the question: Should you eat carbs after a workout? If yes, what carbs should you eat after a workout? In what quantities? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to find answers to your most pressing questions about post-workout carbs.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Happens When You Eat Carbs After A Workout?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You've probably been warned not to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/refined-carbs\/\">consume carbs<\/a> after a workout because it will lead to weight gain, or worse interfere with muscle growth by preventing your body from using the amino acids it needs to build muscle.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to this advice, consuming carbs after a workout can be beneficial as the following process illustrates that your:<\/span>\r\n<h3><b>Glycogen Stores Are Replenished\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glycogen is the form of glucose <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1500-calorie-keto-diet\/\">your body<\/a> stores in the muscles and liver. 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