The chocolate flavour is arguably the nicest on test. High5 suggest you can consume with water or milk, but we’d advise taking with water as the body can struggle to digest milk after intense exercise and it slows down the absorption of the drink’s ‘goodness’. It also keeps costs down. Some studies have shown that vegan protein sources are more beneficial for health and also your gut microbiome. But these are often found to be more complex issues than just the type of protein. A diet rich in vegetables and fibre will be beneficial for gut health because of the presence of those, not necessarily the source of the protein.

However, quite a few studies suggest soy is not as effective as whey based recovery drinks, so I haven’t used this for a while. The For Goodness Shakes Protein drink is a great tasting recovery drink that I really liked after short, sharp sessions or gym workouts. The protein amount is higher than most and right in the 20-30g range that is recommended. However the carb content is a bit low with the 1:1 ratio.Andyis a Sport & Exercise Scientist, fully qualified and experienced cycling coach, personal trainer and gym instructor. He spent 3 years on the road riding for a UCI cycling team and 7 years as a BC Elite rider. A seperate difference is that vegan protein has been found to be less ‘bio-available’, which means that say we consume 20g of soy protein, only 12g will end up being available for the body to use. 20g of whey protein, on the other hand, will provide 18g of protein that can be digested, processed and available to be used for protein synthesis. Use REGO Rapid Recovery Powder within 30-minutes after exercise to achieve maximum recovery benefits. Simply add 50g of powder (approximately three full scoops) to 500ml of water in a shaker bottle and shake well to achieve a smooth consistency. Avoid mixing with milk as it will slow down the rate of absorption.

What makes GU a little bit different from others is that it has a primary focus on sodium. It is the main electrolyte that is lost in sweat, and it is crucial to replace that to fight off dehydration.The High5 recovery drink was the only other protein powder on test to offer the same ~3:1 carbs to protein ratio. It’s the right balance for getting sufficient protein in for rebuilding your muscles, without having to take on an excessive amount of carbs. The impact of brief high-intensity exercise on blood glucose levels -- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3587394/ We have split this guide into best recovery drink powders, best ready-made recovery drinks and best vegan recovery drinks. Carbs wise, you should be consuming in total (from drink and additional food) between 60-100 grams of carbohydrate, depending on the duration of the training, the intensity, and the training you have in the following days.