Starchy vegetables

Plant-based diets emphasize whole grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruits, which are unprocessed and unrefined. Many of these foods are high in minerals, which are important for muscle repair, and many plant-based meals are also high in protein, which helps to build and maintain muscle.

When you exercise hard, your muscle stores of glycogen, the stored form of glucose, are exhausted. It's critical to have enough available glycogen in your muscles for maximum athletic performance, thus it's critical to replenish these stores after exercises. This is especially true for athletes who engage in strenuous activity. Muscle glycogen is replenished when carbohydrates are consumed. Post-workout, starchy veggies like sweet potato, butternut squash, and potatoes are a good source of carbohydrates. Combining starchy veggies with a protein source like eggs or chicken is a delicious and effective way to replenish glycogen stores while also supplying the protein your body requires for muscular repair.