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MILK:

The Ultimate Post-Workout

Recovery Drink?

hen it comes to post- replenish depleted glycogen stores, with a carbohydrate-to-protein ratio similar
workout recovery, sports to that of many commercial recovery drinks – but without artificial ingredients.
Wdrinks and protein powders
often take centre stage. Yet one
of the most effective recovery SPORT DRINKS
beverages may already be sitting in know your options
your fridge: milk.

Milk provides a naturally balanced
mix of nutrients that closely matches
what the body needs after exercise.
It contains high-quality protein in the
form of whey and casein. Whey is
rapidly absorbed, helping to kick-
start muscle repair, while casein
digests more slowly, supplying a
sustained release of amino acids
that supports recovery over several
hours.

Carbohydrates are equally important
after training, particularly following
endurance or high-intensity exercise.
The natural lactose in milk helps

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