Training Programs

Preparing for Success

Before you begin each workout, take a moment to prepare your post workout recovery smoothie or snacks.  As you train or race, your body produces an enzyme referred to as the glycogen synthase which is used to replenish depleted sugars in your liver & muscles.  The activity of this enzyme is at its highest for the first 20-30 minutes after a workout (or race).  When you delay consuming a high-quality smoothie or snack after your workout, you are literally delaying the time it takes for to completely absorb and improve from the workloads you just completed. In addition to sugar, remember to include high-quality protein in your smoothies and snacks to ensure your muscles get the necessary amino acids to “rebuild” themselves.  The consumption of these amino acids will reduce your recovery time – especially muscle  soreness and that “heavy feeling” you get the day after a high intensity or long workout.

The final element to pay attention to is the replacement of lost fluids.  Our Energy Fuel is designed with two specific elements to facilitate the replenishment of your fluids: easily digestible carbohydrates (at a 6% concentration rate for optimum absorption) and electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium).  Failure to replenish depleted fluids can result in headaches, achy muscles and joints along with decreased performance results in both training and racing.

Understanding the importance of post workout recovery… another tool for Work Smart, Not Hard and Avoid Overtraining!

Yours in sport & health,

-Coach Robb, Coaches and Staff

Thought for the week:

“Some people keep looking for the answers they want to hear, and other confront their fears and doubts and then dig deep.”