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Old 04-26-17, 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by jppe
Interesting idea on the protein shake. From memory I was thinking protein was much slower to metabolize during anaerobic exercises and could also cause intestinal distress, thus the emphasis on electrolyte replacements while exercising. Maybe your rides are more of the medium length variety and in lower Heart Rate zones which enable better results??? But if it's working for you that the heck.........
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Protein shakes or high protein replacement products during exercise is not what the body needs. Lots of available research on this and a simple example would be what pros consume DURING rides. Leave the protein for AFTER the exercise when the body NEEDS AND IS ABLE TO ABSORB the stuff.
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