You trained like an animal, crushed your lifts, and now it’s late, but your stomach is growling like a caged beast. You need fuel—but not just any snack. You need something that feeds the gains, supports recovery, and doesn’t sabotage your hard work. Here’s what you should be eating before bed to keep those muscles growing while you sleep:
1. Cottage Cheese & Peanut Butter
Slow-digesting casein protein from cottage cheese keeps your muscles fed all night, while peanut butter adds healthy fats to keep you full. Bonus: the amino acid tryptophan helps you sleep deeper and recover better.
2. Greek Yogurt & Almonds
Packed with protein, probiotics, and healthy fats, this combo stabilizes blood sugar overnight and delivers a steady stream of muscle-building nutrients.
3. Scrambled Eggs with Avocado
Eggs = high-quality protein. Avocado = muscle-friendly fats. A simple, effective snack to keep your body in an anabolic state all night.
4. Casein Protein Shake with Chia Seeds
Casein digests slowly, fueling muscle repair while you sleep. Chia seeds add fiber, omega-3s, and extra protein. Mix with almond milk for a smooth, muscle-building shake.
5. Turkey Slices & Cheese
High-protein, low-carb, and easy to eat. Turkey’s natural tryptophan promotes better sleep, while cheese provides casein protein for overnight gains.
🔥 Meathead Pro Tip: Avoid sugary junk and empty carbs before bed—those spike insulin, store fat, and mess with recovery. Stick to high-protein, slow-digesting foods and let your body do what it does best: build muscle while you sleep.
Train hard, eat smart, and wake up stronger. Stay swole. 💪 #Meathead #GetSwoleSaturday
