We invest a lot of time and effort into working out – however it is not just the pre-workout and the workout that is important, it is also what you do after! There are some things that people tend to do after a workout but these are complete no-nos and negate the value of a good workout.

Here are the top 5 habits that you should avoid after a workout:

1.Not giving importance to stretches

Warm-up and cool down is as essential to your workout as your workout itself. Unless you stretch well and give enough importance to your cool-down you are setting yourself up for a bad workout the day after. Ensure that you include as a part of your routine, a good cool-down schedule.

 

2. Eating Junk

Everyone feels like they deserve a treat after a workout – ensure you don’t go overboard! People have the tendency to gorge on food and overeat after a workout. However, make sure that you don’t negate the effects of a good workout by over indulging.

 

3. Not eating enough

The opposite holds good too – in an attempt to diet, don’t limit your food intake! You need a good amount of nutrition to stay fit and healthy and it is essential you eat this to be ready for your next workout. Ensure you include an optimum mix of healthy foods in your diet.

 

4.Not drinking enough water

Drinking optimum amount of water is critical – there is a host of health benefits that water brings to us but the most important one has to be that it keeps us hydrated. While working out, your body loses a lot of water and it is essential that you replenish your body with adequate water.

 

5.Not getting enough sleep

This is something most people ignore – in a rush to get up and work out and get things moving we forget that adequate sleep, in fact, is a very important aspect of a good lifestyle. If you are compromising on sleep to get enough workout, you are doing it wrong! Getting enough sleep is critical for your lifestyle and is something that will help you perform better at your workouts and stay fit.

 

 

References

http://www.muscleandfitness.com/workouts/workout-tips/8-worst-things-do-after-workout