3163: Should You Eat After A Workout by Eric Leija on Post-Workout Nutrition Made Simple

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🗓️ 23 October 2025

⏱️ 9 minutes

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3163: Eric Leija breaks down the science and practicality of post-workout nutrition, explaining how the right meal timing and food combinations can accelerate recovery, boost performance, and support long-term muscle growth. He offers a balanced approach that dismisses outdated “anabolic window” myths while emphasizing nutrient quality and real-world sustainability. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/should-you-eat-after-a-workout/ Quotes to ponder: "While the post-workout meal is important, it’s not the be-all and end-all for your fitness goals." "Think of the post-workout meal as an opportunity to replenish what you’ve used and support recovery, not as a race against the clock." "Focus on eating whole, minimally processed foods that you can digest well and that make you feel good long-term." Episode references: The Power of Habit: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Habit-What-Life-Business/dp/081298160X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:05.2	Should You Eat After a Workout by Eric Leia of ericlayer.com.
1:16.8	Most of us are aware that eating the right foods is crucial to health and all aspects of fitness.
1:23.5	However, a gray area that has gained a lot of attention recently is, when is the best time to eat these foods?
1:24.8	We've heard varying opinions regarding this, ranging from not eating before or
1:29.1	after a workout, to fueling up before a workout, to making sure you eat something post-workout.
1:36.2	But what is the actual best strategy when it comes to food timing after a workout? The truth is,
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