Can I drink beer after working out: pros and cons

After a good physical activity you always want to drink - the body demands to restore the water balance as soon as possible. And you also want to relax and reward yourself for your efforts. That is why many non-professional athletes believe that it is possible to kill several birds with one stone and drink a mug of their favorite beer after training instead of the water or protein cocktail. But is alcohol compatible with sports in principle, and if so, in what quantities? Let's find out.

Myths and Reality

Scientists from Granada recently conducted an experiment in which they offered volunteers to restore water balance with beer after a workout. The subjects exercised on a treadmill and drank a glass of beer after exercise. The study gave unexpected results: it turned out that people who drank beer much faster restored the water balance than those who drank normal water. On the basis of the results the head of the research group, Professor Manuel Garzon, even suggested the optimal dose: 0.5 liter for men and 0.25 liter for women.

But should the results of such studies be considered the ultimate truth? Hardly, because a small group of people participated in the experiments, and there is no information about their health status and other individual features. This means that what did not harm one person may well be unsafe for another.

In general, doctors are unanimous: it is better not to combine workouts with alcohol. During physical activity, especially if we are talking about cardio, the heart works more intensively, and since alcoholic beverages also affect the cardiovascular system, this will provoke additional strain on the body. In addition, beer, like any other alcohol, blocks the production of protein, which leads to slower muscle growth. This means that the positive effect of the workout automatically comes to naught.

Are there any exceptions?

Ideally, you should not drink alcohol at least 24 hours before and 24 hours after your workout. That is, athletes who work out several times a week will generally not be able to enjoy their favorite beverage. But coaches often allow athletes to indulge in 1-2 glasses of beer after training. But on one condition: since the end of the workout at least 6-7 hours must pass, and it is better to choose a dark beer. It contains a lot of antioxidants, almost as much as red wine, which in moderate amounts is beneficial for the cardiovascular and circulatory systems. It is also recommended to drink water intensively the day after drinking alcohol and to take vitamins. Also, refrain from exercising for at least a couple of days after hanging out with friends.

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Date : 21 April

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