{"id":270,"date":"2022-01-20T12:00:49","date_gmt":"2022-01-20T11:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/?p=8603"},"modified":"2022-01-20T18:07:10","modified_gmt":"2022-01-20T17:07:10","slug":"recovery-drinks-4-of-the-best-reviewed","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/220triathlon\/rss_feed\/recovery-drinks-4-of-the-best-reviewed\/","title":{"rendered":"Recovery drinks: 4 of the best reviewed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"><\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Debbie Graham\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Thursday, 20 January 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p><strong>Speed up your recovery and supercharge your training with a well-timed recovery drink. Not all drinks are made equal, however, so make sure you\u2019re consuming a drink with the optimum ratio of recovery-enhancing ingredients. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Choosing the right protein source is key. Whey contains more branched-chain amino acids than casein and most other proteins (meaning it\u2019s absorbed quicker by the body), which is what you want to fast-forward muscle recovery after stress.<\/p>\n<p>Studies have shown that the optimum ratio of carbs to protein is 3:1, with maltodextrin and fructose or similar being ideal types of carbs to complement the protein.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a hard time getting in your vitamins, look out for a drink that includes added vitamins and minerals to aid general recovery and wellbeing, just be sure to avoid those overly packed with sugar.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The best recovery drinks in 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>High5 Protein Recovery<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" recovery=\"\" drink=\"\" high=\"\" in=\"\" whey=\"\" protein=\"\" isolate=\"\" promotes=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 809, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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This is important to maximise protein synthesis, which is at its highest for two hours after exercise.<\/p>\n<p>The chocolate flavour is arguably the nicest on test. High5 suggest you can consume with water or milk, but we\u2019d advise taking with water as the body can struggle to digest milk after intense exercise and it slows down the absorption of the drink\u2019s \u2018goodness\u2019. It also keeps costs down.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict: simple, tasty and effective recovery drink 82%<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;809&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;HIGH5\" recovery=\"\" drink=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3><strong>SiS Rego Rapid Recovery\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rego=\"\" rapid=\"\" recovery=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 809, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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but many experts suggest protein quantity is more important than ratios and the 20g per serving is ideal for a longer session.<\/p>\n<p>Importantly it contains 2g leucine, a branched-chain amino acid that isn\u2019t degraded by enzymes in the liver, so enjoys greater freedom to enter the body\u2019s tissues and stimulate muscle growth. It also moderates insulin sensitivity and burns fat.<\/p>\n<p>The ingredients list is enormous. On the positive, it stems from supplying a staggering 16 vitamins and minerals. The strawberry flavour is okay. More impressive is the price \u2013 \u00a31.19 per serving.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict: we\u2019ve tasted better but plenty of goodness 83%<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;809&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;SIS\" rego=\"\" rapid=\"\" recovery=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3><strong>Torq Recovery<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rego=\"\" rapid=\"\" recovery=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"220triathlon.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 809, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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At those quantities, studies have shown not only the stimulation of muscle repair but also accelerated uptake of glucose into muscle and liver cells. It also features a 0.1% vitamin mix that covers 13 essentials.<\/p>\n<p>Standout science is the introduction of L-Glutamine and D-Ribose, proven to prevent muscle breakdown and speed up the restocking of glycogen. This increases the price, and that\u2019s especially true if you\u2019re tall and heavy.<\/p>\n<p>Up to 50kg, you can get away with a 75g hit (approx. \u00a33 per serving). But over 80kg and you\u2019ll be looking at a 150g serving, which is around \u00a36 per drink. 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That\u2019s because PowerBar recommend one 44g scoop for light training (\u00a31.05 per serving), or two scoops (88g) for moderate to intense training.<\/p>\n<p>Mix one scoop with water and you enjoy a subtle raspberry flavour; double the intake and it\u2019s much sharper, but still palatable.<\/p>\n<p>Vitamin and mineral content is minimal \u2013 just magnesium and zinc to reduce fatigue and strengthen immunity, respectively. PowerBar argue that antioxidants remain absent due to potentially hampering physiological adaptation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Verdict: a solid product at a good price 81%<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;809&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;powerbar\" recovery=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Check out our nutrition section for more top sports <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/gear\/nutrition\/drinks\/&quot;\">drinks\u00a0<\/a>, <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/gear\/nutrition\/energy-bars\/&quot;\">energy bars<\/a> and <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/gear\/nutrition\/energy-gels\/&quot;\">energy gels<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p><\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Debbie Graham Published: Thursday, 20 January 2022 at 12:00 am Speed up your recovery and supercharge your training with a well-timed recovery drink. 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