Do you know how alcohol consumption effects muscle recovery?
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The following information may help:
1. Research has shown that alcohol consumption has a negative effect on muscle recovery and regeneration after training, regardless of adequate protein consumption.
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2. Excessive alcohol consumption yields immune deficiency, which is critical for optimal performance and recovery.
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3. Alcohol can impact glycogen synthesis, increase blood pressure, and increase your heart rate. All of which make exercise feel harder than it should during aerobic activities.
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4. Alcohol is both a diuretic and vasodilator in the body. So it can amplify dehydration by causing increased fluid loss. This increases the risk of musculoskeletal injury and, thus, diminished muscle gains.
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5. Alcohol can increase cortisol levels and disrupt natural sleep rhythms. Both of which have negative effects on growth hormone levels for muscle maintenance and growth.
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