I love this high-protein breakfast after workouts.
Reward yourself for your efforts by filling up on this high-protein dish.
My favorite workouts happen on weekends. I can sleep in a little bit and take my time cooling down and stretching, unlike when I have early morning exercise courses during the workweek. I can daydream about my ideal post-workout meal for a long time. It consists of a range of mouthwatering veggies combined with cheddar, bacon, and eggs. Does this post-workout meal seem unreal? It is packed with protein. Fortunately, it isn't. I made this meal because I needed something to refuel after a strenuous exercise, which had to taste delicious and satisfy my nutritional requirements. This Southwest Breakfast Skillet is the ideal high-protein post-workout dish. Find out why!
I've been an athlete all my life. I played soccer and swam when I was younger, but not very well. I started playing tennis and volleyball in middle school, and I carried that interest throughout high school. I soon discovered that working out included more than just effort, strength, and athleticism—it also required proper nourishment. The mother of a classmate once brought in doughnuts before a volleyball match, as I recall. Naturally, we devoured them, leading to a disastrous volleyball match. After our warm-up, we had used up that little sugar rush and were experiencing the slowdown that results from consuming meals heavy in sugar and saturated fat. Doughnuts were banned (at least before games) because our coach wasn't pleased.
I rode on the college cycling team and had the wonderful fortune to work under a coach who really cared about his players' success. In addition to the standard exercises like weightlifting, cardio, and lengthy bike rides to increase endurance, her well-rounded approach also included nutrition. She pushed us to think about the fuel we were consuming and showed us that eating more fruits, veggies, and whole grains improved our performance in addition to making us feel better. I enjoyed it so much that I changed my major from fashion design to nutrition at the same time!
Even as an adult, I like working out. It's how I maintain my physical and mental fitness. I adore challenging exercises, as anybody who knows me would attest. If you put me in an HIIT class, I'll be overjoyed. However, such courses are unfeasible without the proper nourishment, both before and after. Furthermore, the importance of post-workout nourishment has increased with my age.
Exercise gives you a rush! Your heart, lungs, and muscles are all pumping endorphins. That's a significant amount of effort and time. Restocking is necessary for both healing and restoration. Protein and carbohydrates are the best combo for healing. This is why the first ingredient in this skillet is potatoes, which are high in carbs and potassium, a crucial electrolyte for proper hydration. Cheese and eggs are excellent sources of protein, which aids in muscle tissue growth and repair. They account for the dish's astounding 17 grams of protein per serving! With the addition of some veggies for color and fiber, you can create a one-dish dinner that will give you the energy to tackle another exercise right away.
You just worked out, so if this all seems like too much labor, consider preparing the ingredients in advance. You may chop all the veggies ahead of time, or you can find pre-cut varieties at the produce or salad bar. Although I like the recipe exactly as described, you are welcome to change the ingredients to suit your tastes and what you have on hand. Pretty much any assortment of veggies would be excellent!