Knowledgable Local Trainers Outline Exactly What to Eat Post-Workout | Cincinnati Refined

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Have you ever had that post-workout hunger that seems to cloud your judgement? Sometimes finding a healthy, nourishing, and filling post-workout meal can be tough. So, we asked Cincinnati/NKY trainers to help us out and give us their favorite post workout grub in all forms: grab-and-go choices, snacks, food prepped at home, or dining out options at their favorite places. / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

Frank Way, owner of KW Crossfit: "Post-workout, I want some real food that has both protein and carbs and is scratch-made. A little gem in Sharonville off Route 42 is 99 Chinese. They have an incredibly diverse menu, but I go for the Beef Hofun. This gluten-free, lunch-portioned meal is packed with protein with the beef, as well as having flat rice noodles cooked to perfection. The scattering of scallions and other veggies is a bonus. While it’s great for take-out after a good workout, going there for a sit-down meal is equally satisfying, especially if you have a Chinese ex-pat or native that just orders without a menu!" / Image courtesy of Frank Way // Published: 2.14.19

Heather Britt, owner of Dancefix by HBDC: "Pre-workout, I can't eat much without getting a cramp or feel weighted down. Before class, I tend to eat a high protein energy bar.{ }/ Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19{ }

Heather Britt (continued): "Post-workout, I refuel with my larger meal of the day and Sleepy Bee is often my go-to. They offer delicious, healthy smoothies, breakfast and lunch, as well as gluten-free and dairy-free options, and their coffee is amazing!" / Image courtesy of Heather Britt // Published: 2.14.19

Heather Britt (continued): "Plus, they are located directly across from our DANCEFIX Blue Ash location. It doesn't get much better than that.” / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

Cris Smith, owner of FitNext: "Lifting always makes me hungry immediately during and after a session, so I am always surprised at how many people tell me they lose their appetites after a workout. To replenish my energy sources and start the muscle rebuilding process, I go to Silverglades next to our Fitnext 803 Sycamore Street location Downtown to order one of two 'Fitnext Smoothies'!"{ }/ Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

Cris Smith (continued): "My favorite combines one scoop of vanilla Beverly International Ultimate Muscle Protein, two bananas, two scoops (TBSP) of peanut butter, skim milk, and shaved iced blended into a smooth, rich, undisputed container of awesomeness! It curves my hunger, keeps me mentally focused, and holds me over until the real feast begins!" / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

Leah Wiethe, coach with Cincy 360: "Post-workout, I want to re-fuel and keep my energy levels high. Dashing from training clients at Cincy 360 Fitness, to a yoga class, to my after-school program, I need something that will keep me feeling light and invigorated!" / Image courtesy of Leah Weithe // Published: 2.14.19

Leah Wiethe (continued): "I love to stop by Aladdin's Eatery for a vegetarian rolled pita. Falafel, greens, veggies, and hummus are the perfect combination of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs to keep me moving all day long." / Image courtesy of Leah Weithe // Published: 2.14.19

Leah Wiethe (continued): "Throw in their "Natural Energy" raw juice (carrot, spinach, celery, and parsley) and I'm good to go, go, go!" / Image courtesy of Leah Weithe // Published: 2.14.19

Ben Eisenmenger, CPT, StrongFirst Level II Certified Kettlebell Instructor Strength Coach at Peak Fitness and Sports Training: "My favorite post-workout meal is Greek yogurt buffalo chicken dip with rice cakes. Most of my training is weight lifting so my goal is to replenish glycogen with fast digesting carbohydrates and provide protein for muscle repair." / Image courtesy of Ben Eisenmenger // Published: 2.14.19

Ben Eisenmenger (continued): "The yogurt provides probiotics to help digest the high amount of protein and the recipe also provides sodium that was lost during the workout. Here's how you make an individual serving: Heat 4-5oz shredded chicken. Add 2 heaping tbsp. plain, non-fat Greek yogurt, fat-free buffalo sauce as desired, and a tsp of ranch dip seasoning. Heat mixture and serve with plain rice cakes." / Image courtesy of Ben Eisenmenger // Published: 2.14.19

Ben Eisenmenger (continued): "It tastes so good that on non-workout days still I eat this with a mix of rice cakes and bell peppers!" / Image courtesy of Ben Eisenmenger // Published: 2.14.19

Erin Wolfinger, Cycle Star at Cycle Bar: “Post Workout Meal GO-TO: At home I love SIMPLE and light. Never anything too heavy. I usually meal prep so I may have a prepped meal after a workout. Anything from steamed Broccoli, ground turkey and couscous (with pepper flakes and Trader Joe’s Everything But The Bagel Seasoning!) And some Eli's BBQ."{ }/ Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19{ }

Erin Wolfinger (continued): "I always indulge in a nice dip! To grab on the go—I love the Majikal nut milk from Rooted Juicery. For something hot: A golden latte The Weekly Juicery!” / Image courtesy of Erin Wolfinger // Published: 2.14.19

Lauren Pax, owner of Pax Consulting: “I’m always on-the-go, moving from one studio to another. Between my private client sessions and group classes, I can usually be found working on my freelance writing assignments at Rooted Juicery." / Image courtesy of Lauren Pax // Published: 2.14.19

<p>Lauren Pax (continued): "In addition to being incredibly convenient, I love that everything there is plant-based and organic. I usually alternate between the Golden Glow and the Sweet Green 2.0, and after higher-intensity classes, I like to add in collagen to support my connective tissue, muscles, and joints." / Image courtesy of Lauren Pax // Published: 2.14.19</p>

Lauren Pax (continued): "Smoothies are perfectly satiating, yet light, so I can stay physically and mentally strong throughout my active days.” / Image courtesy of Lauren Pax // Published: 2.14.19

John Bedel, owner of Solid Training: “After my training sessions, I go for a meal that supports my current goals, is easy to make (or in bulk), and tastes great.” / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

John Bedel (continued): “This banana pancake recipe is my go-to: one scoop of protein powder, four eggs, roughly two bananas, pumpkin spice blend from Colonel De's at Findlay Market (my favorite place to shop for food). / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

John Bedel (continued): Besides tasting amazing! This meal provides me the necessary calories to recover from my training and the energy to train my awesome members all day!” / Image courtesy of John Bedel // Published: 2.14.19

Jessica Donelan, owner of Barre 3 Fort Thomas: “Because I teach and take class at all different times of the day, my post workout meals vary a lot. My favorite post-workout dinner to eat at home is a southwestern chopped chicken salad.” / Image courtesy of Jessica Donelan // Published: 2.14.19

Jessica Donelan (continued) “You pick your greens and top them with avocado, tomatoes, red onion, black beans, corn, a little bit of cheese and your choice of dressing. This is one of my favorite dinners because it is so tasty, and it's also really easy for me to pull the toppings aside on plates for my kiddos. Everyone is satisfied, eating a balanced meal, and nobody had to work too hard to put dinner on the table!” / Image courtesy of Jessica Donelan // Published: 2.14.19

Chandler Caudill, owner of Strength by Barbell: “My typical post-training meal of choice usually depends on the type of training I do that day, but if I am training heavy, my go-to meal is a bag of Quest protein chips, a shake from local Better Blend Nutrition with a scoop of peanut butter, and two bananas.” / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

Chandler Caudill (continued): “This offers a great balance of nutrients with 50g of fast-acting carbs to restore glycogen storage, and around 40g of protein for post workout recovery, it makes for a tasteful and quick injection of nutrients for the body after a taxing workout.” / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

<p>Joe Daniels, owner of Swing This Kettlebell and Think Tank Flotation: “Training for activities I enjoy such as Kettlebell Sport training and mountain biking really take a lot of energy from me. This is why I need something that is easy to digest, super nutritious, and just as important—DELICIOUS. Macronutrients (protein, carbs, and fat) are easy to get enough of during the day." / Image courtesy of Joe Daniels // Published: 2.14.19</p>

Joe Daniels (continued): "So I focus on Micronutrients such as vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and stress-managing adaptogenic foods in my post-exercise meal by making my own Swing This KB raw nutrition bars. I make these at home and keep plenty in the fridge. Doing so saves me a LOT of money compared to buying bars like this and I can tailor the ingredients to my liking.”{ }/ Image courtesy of Joe Daniels // Published: 2.14.19

So next time you are standing on the sidewalks, legs shaking - arms trembling - and hanger sets in, refer to the experts! / Image: Abdullah Al-Bahrani // Published: 2.14.19

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