Fast carbs after workout

[Stevus]

In addition to a protein shake after a workout, is Gatorade an acceptable source of carbs after a workout? I was eating a banana afterward, but some meat head told me I'd be better off drinking something sweet like Gatorade to get the carbs into my system. Legit or legit bullshit?

[mg1228]

alot of guys do gatorade---id stick with the banana

[Stevus]

What is the time frame for getting the carbs and protein into your system after lifting to be most effective? Usually I do it immediately, but I guess my concern was the banana would take longer for my body to absorb...

[mg1228]

yea do it right after---u will b fine with the banana----i do oats or banana

[Stevus]

Thanks!

[danielli]

I sometimes put a banana in the shake, makes it taste better.

[mg1228]

yea thats what i do--plus 2-3 strawberries---really good