for proper recovery. Recreational triathletes also have the added demand of fitting training sessions around such distractions as work and a social life. A good recovery strategy will help you to raise your training intensity and volume in stages and ensure
Q. I quite often 'refuel' with a coffee after a long run or ride. Is this doing me more harm than good, or is it an acceptable recovery drink?A. Restoring water and electrolyte balance is an essential part of the recovery process after any exercise
. For Goodness Shakes are also available in banana, berry and chocolate malt flavours; the banana and berry flavours contain real fruit.Our tester said The recovery shake was really tasty, and could pass for a normal milkshake. It tasted like fresh milk, with a
Kinetica 100% Recovery, £24.99(10 x 75g sachets)Joe says: Kinetica 100% Recovery is a 2:1 carb to protein supplement designed to aid quick delivery of nutrients to fatigued muscles and replenish glycogen stores post training.Kinetica’s exclusive
This recovery drink declares itself as the ultimate post exercise shake. It offers 2 ½ parts carbohydrate to 1 part whey protein isolate. Designed to immediately replenish your glycogen stores, it offers 40.6 grams of carbohydrate per serving
useful for injured runners in recovery," says TRX specialist David Miller (wellnesstrx.co.uk).You can try TRX at gyms or buy a home kit for £132.50 (trxfitness.co.uk), attaching the straps to anything from a wall mount to a suspension frame or a tree. Try
with a little protein: (eg High5 4:1) These products are still relatively rare but some research suggests that a little protein in a carbohydrate drink can improve performance on the run.Recovery drinks Post-run drinks usually contain around 70
recovery, and most coaches and nutritionists believe that recovery is essential in any training programme.Only one problem: Ivy seemed to make a critical mistake in his research design. He gave more total calories to the C+P group than to the C-alone group
.catmorrison.com). Swimming is the best form of active recovery because it's non-weight-bearing, so it won't damage your joints.Walk on waterActually, run don't walk with some aquajogging. "It's great for loosening your legs and mobilising tight hips and glutes," says Kiddle
