Due to the increase in hormonal levels that birth control pills cause, it is normal to experience irregular periods and spotting for a few weeks after starting the pill. And for women taking progestin-only pills, it is not uncommon for them to completely miss their periods.
After your workout, Ms. Platt recommends refueling with: 1  Fluids. Drink water, of course. 2  Carbohydrates. You burn a lot of carbohydrates â the main fuel for your muscles â when you exercise. 3  Protein. Eat things with protein to help repair and grow your muscles.
Before exercise Before exercise What you eat before exercising will determine how much energy you have and how well you perform. Three to four hours before you exercise, eat a meal that contains: plenty of carbohydrate â this will increase both your blood glucose and your glycogen levels.