The Importance of Getting Your Protein in Post Workout

Exercise increases the rates of both protein synthesis and breakdown in muscle for at least 24 hours after a workout. Unless a protein-containing meal is consumed during recovery, breakdown will exceed synthesis, resulting in the loss of muscle mass. Protein consumed after exercise does assist in the repair synthesis of muscle proteins, and as such, is vital to the recovery process.

Your post workout meal should be designed to promote the most rapid delivery of protein to your depleted muscles.