1. Not getting enough sleep
“Sleep is your body's guaranteed rest period,” says Courtney Roselle, a personal trainer and founder of Iron.Grace coaching. “It is your time for your muscles to recover and to put your body on reset, both mentally and physically.” So, make sure that you clock in at least seven hours after a workout, got it?
2. Chugging protein shakes
“Post-workout protein shakes aren’t really necessary,” reveals Stan Dutton, head coach at personal training platform Ladder. “If you’re eating enough protein throughout the day, the timing of that protein is largely irrelevant. For example, if you’re planning on starting off your Sunday with a tough spin class, then heading straight to brunch, there’s no need to choke down an expensive shake in between. You’re likely better off opting for a higher quality protein source from real food in your post-workout meal.” Scrambled eggs on toast it is.