Good recovery drink?
05-14-12, 09:08 PM
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Good recovery drink?
I typically down a glass of chocolate milk or a Coke after longer rides, but I'm wondering if it's worth getting something like Hammer Recoverite. Or maybe I'm on the wrong track altogether. Any thoughts about recovering from a ride?
05-14-12, 09:39 PM
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For the money, chocolate milk works the best. A lot of nutritionists will tell you to quit wasting money on fancy expensive drinks and stop at the dairy isle.
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I use Hammer Recoverite milk shake with fruit. I have been happy with it. However lot of folks like the chocolate milk too.
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I've gotten into this stuff lately, but it's been on special at the local Wegmans.
https://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/proteins
https://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/proteins
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Coconut juice is pretty awesome. I like this stuff https://www.amazon.com/Amy-Brian-Natu...7064920&sr=8-2
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I bought a couple of these (https://www.carnationbreakfastessenti...c/Default.aspx) on sale and a bunch of protein powder. I drink that immediately after a workout.
05-15-12, 03:25 AM
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I just recently started using Visalis Bodybyvi shake mix as my pre and post ride drink. It's hands and knees better for recovery (for me) than just milk alone.
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I check the ingredients closely. Vegetable drinks like V8 have a lot of potassium and other electrolytes, as well as some calories and substance. I drink them plain or mix them with fruit juice or soy milk. Not much for regular milk, or I'd give that a nod as well.
05-15-12, 05:48 AM
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Fitness scientists agree: chocolate milk. After a particularly grueling ride, I will throw in some whey protein with mine
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After a hot desert ride, squeeze a couple of lemons into a glass, add a little sugar, a pinch of salt, some ice and water. Or some tea and honey on a cold day. I'll eat a handful of nuts too for the protein. Good meals of whole grain and protein before and after. No supplements. Real food, good stuff.
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Pedialite- I buy the generic grocery store brand.
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I've gotten into this stuff lately, but it's been on special at the local Wegmans.
https://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/proteins
https://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/proteins
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I like the Bolthouse stuff pre-ride or pre-gym, then regular chocolate milk after.
I've gotten into this stuff lately, but it's been on special at the local Wegmans.
https://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/proteins
https://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/proteins
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