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Follow these tips to avoid post-workout cravings

Written by Editorial Team | Published : May 4, 2019 7:16 PM IST

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Work out is a great way to lose weight, but you may have noticed that after your workout session, your body demands more calories. Physical activities can increase your appetite as your hormone production and metabolic rate goes up. Several studies have noted that those who were engaged in physical activities for a prolonged period managed to significantly increase their calorie intake. But this doesn’t mean that you need to stop exercising, you just need to make some changes in the way of your workout in a bid to get rid of those post-workout cravings. Here, we share with you a few tips to keep your post-workout hunger in check.

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HIIT

Perform high-intensity training thrice a week: Engaging yourself in high-intensity training can help you supress ghrelin (hunger hormone) which slows down your food absorption process. According to a study published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, those who performed high-intensity workout three times/week reduced their calorie intake by 120 calories.

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Opt for healthy options: If you find it difficult to reduce your hunger after a workout, it is important to look for healthy options. Fill up your plate with healthy fats and proteins. Eggs could be a good option for you to try.