Protein shake after cardio?

**Marc_83** · 09-10-2012, 08:01 AM

Hello,

After I workout with weights I enjoy a refreshing shake with some carbs.

I was wondering if it's necessary to replenish yourself with a shake after a cardio session? is water sufficient?

Thoughts?

**baseline_9** · 09-10-2012, 08:05 AM

Well it depends on what type of cardio you performed and for how long...

If it was a HIIT session I would treat it almost like a weights session.... Taking in some protein (no carbs for me here though)...

If it was a long, slow and stead cardio I would just take in some water and BCAA'S....

But really it does not matter too much.... Don't over think it.... Think more on a daily basis... Ie. your food intake over the day

**gbrice75** · 09-10-2012, 10:19 AM

Originally Posted by baseline_9

Well it depends on what type of cardio you performed and for how long...

If it was a HIIT session I would treat it almost like a weights session.... Taking in some protein (no carbs for me here though)...

If it was a long, slow and stead cardio I would just take in some water and BCAA'S....

But really it does not matter too much.... Don't over think it.... Think more on a daily basis... Ie. your food intake over the day

Agreed, and to add to this - I definitely wouldn't say it's necessary, but I also don't feel it will hurt or hinder progress. I might limit/omit carbs however, as Base suggested.