Do you think that an intense sweat session warrants an immediate food binge?
Although it is imperative to refuel, your workout is not a free ticket to scarf down on a BIG MAC or slurp on an XL SOFT DRINK. This is because the amount of energy expended after aerobic activity tends to be very small and only raises your metabolic baseline slightly above its resting point (for 24 hours post exercise).
In keeping your pre and post workout calorie intake steady, be mindful of this ratio:
ONLY 15 extra calories are burned during recovery for every 100 calories that were burned during a workout.
Hint Hint - Even though you kicked butt at the gym, avoid the fast food restaurant on your way home!
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