Big M* is a flavoured milk drink that tastes great and is a perfect post-exercise treat. Science shows that low-fat flavoured milk (like Big M) provides a great mix of nutrients to aid post-workout recovery.
Big M contains the three key elements essential for good exercise recovery:
Electrolytes to rehydrate
Energy (carbohydrates) to refuel
Protein for muscle repair
*Big M contains potassium and magnesium for water and electrolyte balance, protein for muscle repair, and energy for metabolism. Enjoy as part of a healthy diet and active lifestyle.
Kickstart your exercise recovery.
Adequate recovery has been shown to reduce fatigue and enhance performance. Nutrition and hydration play a key role in recovery. Post-race nutrition is really important to optimize your body’s recovery.
The goals of recovery nutrition are to:
- Appropriately refuel and rehydrate the body
- Promote muscle repair and growth
- Support immune function
What should you eat after exercise?
In general foods should:
- Be rich in quality carbohydrate to replenish muscle fuel stores
- Contain some lean protein to promote muscle repair
- Include a source of fluid and electrolytes to rehydrate effectively
What is the best fluid to drink after exercise?
The ideal fluid during exercise depends on your goals. If you are using fluid mainly to rehydrate from the session than water or electrolyte drinks are a good option. If you are also drinking to meet your source of carbohydrate goals then sports drinks can be helpful as they contain both carbohydrates and fluid to help hydrate and fuel your body at the same time.
Dairy based fluids such as smoothies and flavoured milk are especially handy if you want to protein, carbohydrate, fluid and electrolyte in one go. Specialised protein powders and recovery shakes may be useful in some situations for some people however, for many people their recovery goals can be met using regular foods and drinks.
Reference: Sports Dietitian Australia Recovery Nutrition Factsheet
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