If your goal is to get lean, it’s wise to limit fruit intake due to its sugar content. Consume fruit primarily on workout days: Stick with low-glycemic choices like berries, tart cherries, and grapefruit before training, and opt for high-glycemic fruits like bananas, pineapples, and figs after training.
Watermelon is another great post-workout option—perhaps one of the best. According to Rene Acosta, a personal trainer from Sydney, Australia, consuming about four cups of watermelon shortly after a workout can help in three key ways:
- Replenish Glycogen Stores – Watermelon helps refuel depleted muscles, preparing you for your next workout.
- Speed Up Recovery – Its L-citrulline content assists in removing lactic acid faster than normal, reducing muscle soreness.
- Hydrate Effectively – With its high water content and natural electrolytes, watermelon is excellent for rehydration.
Take-Home Message
The best time to eat watermelon is right after a workout if you want to grow your muscles—not your tummy!
