JGR Posted December 2, 2014 Posted December 2, 2014 2 shots of tequila, chased with a cold beer. 3 hits from the bong. Sorted
Stricker Posted December 2, 2014 Author Posted December 2, 2014 Ramster, why don't you be the Hub "Hamster" and test them for us all. the cheapy Super-M and the nicely packaged expensive "recovery" drinks. then report back to us. Drinking Choc milk or any other special drink is not going to magically make the sore legs go away. The saying HTFU comes to mind for that. If you looking for something magical, there was a post a while ago on different "supplements" by an ex user. It seems the best for recovery was a bit of GH with a splash of Testosterone.That's the plan, I'm not looking for a magical product, im just looking to achieve the best result for effort(pain) put in(Clever training) and that all comes down to recovery. Thx guys appreciate the responses
Beesrib Posted December 2, 2014 Posted December 2, 2014 if you have done proper base training, in your limited heart rate zones, with some good interval training and stamina, and ride within your limits and get good rest and recovery, a steri stumpi, 1 spoon l-glut and one spoon HTFU, you should be ok. Let us know how it goes.
Stricker Posted December 2, 2014 Author Posted December 2, 2014 Base training-did not do thatLimited heart rate training- did not do thatInterval training - will start with that next week Basically all I have done for 6months( yes i am noob) is get on the bike and ride as hard as I can during my deferent training days(flats/Hills/rolling hills) .Listening to my body and taking days off when body feels tired.
2 X 2 Posted December 2, 2014 Posted December 2, 2014 Base training-did not do thatLimited heart rate training- did not do thatInterval training - will start with that next week Basically all I have done for 6months( yes i am noob) is get on the bike and ride as hard as I can during my deferent training days(flats/Hills/rolling hills) .Listening to my body and taking days off when body feels tired. There lies your problem. Proper rest is what makes you stronger, not constant hard training. Ad the recovery drink after each training session and rest well
Cycling Addict Posted December 2, 2014 Posted December 2, 2014 Compression kit - see: https://www.facebook.com/pages/TOCSA-Sports-Medical-Solutions/146102712226752?ref=hl
Stricker Posted December 2, 2014 Author Posted December 2, 2014 That is exactly why I asked for advise on the recovery "drink" Ride 5 days a week rest 2 when I feel tired( no riding on those days)Normally rest after hills and long ride. So as far as resting is concerned im happy with that. As far a getting faster is concerned ..very happy with that.Hill I couldn't climb without resting 6 months ago... im 3rd on strava today..so definitely moving in the correct direction regarding power. Just need a good muscle recovery booster as im planning on taking it to next level of training.
Stricker Posted January 20, 2015 Author Posted January 20, 2015 Just some feedback. Have been doing the choc milk religiously during last few weeks and have come to some sort of conclusion. Choc milk ( sterie stumpie) does exactly the same as any other sugary drink(coke, Fanta..etc etc) helps a little but nothing special. However ,over the last few days I have been going with a, 50% Choc and 50% milk(full cream) combo and this seems to help a little more then just Choc Milk. Will continue with this till end of the month and then move over to something new for the next month.
Vetseun Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Gents, Need some advise.. Looking at increasing my cycling training load, more KM and higher intensity.What is the best product out there to assist/speed up recovery. Did a search but could find anything , so if this has been discussed kindly point me in the correct direction. Thanx.Castle Lite six pack.
F.K Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Best thing for me after hard sessions jump in ice cold pool or bath for 10 min. + and some vit-t-go
Stricker Posted January 20, 2015 Author Posted January 20, 2015 have you tried EPO? I hear its the bomb!Na ,leaning more towards the Growth Hormone stuff ...
J∆kk∆ls Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Also 8 hours sleep every day is the business!
Snytjie Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Just some feedback. Have been doing the choc milk religiously during last few weeks and have come to some sort of conclusion. Choc milk ( sterie stumpie) does exactly the same as any other sugary drink(coke, Fanta..etc etc) helps a little but nothing special. However ,over the last few days I have been going with a, 50% Choc and 50% milk(full cream) combo and this seems to help a little more then just Choc Milk. Will continue with this till end of the month and then move over to something new for the next month. For me more protein than your mix works best: 1 raw egg250ml full cream milk5g L-Glutamine1/2 tsp salt (for sodium)small/medium banana (for potassium)Nesquick strawberry/choc/lime to taste, or 3 tbs if not taken enough carbs during training. Mix with stick blender/food processor. Works for me. I've tried the 4:1 ration vs others, sometimes 1:1 and I experience no change except when I'm glucose depleted. And is about 1/3 the price of commercial stuff
NickGM Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Given the reference to chocolate milk, some may find the link below interesting. Written by a friend and dietitian, use it/don't use it, whatever:http://www.foodforsport.co.za/homemade-recovery-drink/It's not tailored specifically for cyclists but its, ahem, food for though.
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