John Berardi, PhD speaks out on Post Workout Nutrtion and timing. A must read for development.
Every athlete has different goals and aspirations.  Plus, with the differences in our bodies, metabolism rates and energy expenditures, there is no single solution.  If you want guidance on nutrition and how to best accomplish your goals, ask your trainer for guidance.  We can also devise a plan for you for both nutrition and workouts to maximize your potential.

One thing is for sure:  THE 30 MINUTE RULE for ATHLETES.  Once you are done your workouts (or games), your muscles, joints and ligaments are screaming for replenishment.  Receptors are fully open after exertion and this is the time to feed your muscles.  If you don’t get a healthy replenishement of fluids, complex carbohydrates, sugars and proteins within the first 30 minutes after your workout, it could take your body up to 24 hours to allow these nutrients back into your muscles.  (remember the tournament that on day 1 you played awesome, and on day 2 you stunk it up?  Nutrition was definitely a part of that)

Bring a nutrition bar, protein shake, bagel and cream cheese or peanut butter, myoplex, or whatever fits your nutritional need the best with you.  Don’t wait until you get home to “feed the beast“.

For more information, consult your trainer!