Sometimes all I can think of over the last few miles is the sweet icy goodness of First Endurance Cappuccino Ultragen waiting for me to mix up once I get to the car!
Recipe
1.5 scoops Ultragen
12 oz ice water (it's been sitting in a cooler)
ice cubes (same cooler)
SHAKE and SERVE!!!
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| From Racing and Training 2010 |
I'm going to be 36 on Friday, so recovery is very, very important to me. Also add in the fact that once my long rides/runs are complete, it's home to the family and two boys under 5 don't care if you just rode your bike for 6 hours, they want to PLAY!! I need to be ready to be there for them as soon as possible.
So how does a 36 year old, mom of two recover from a long day of ironman training?
1) Ultragen immediately after
2) WATER WATER WATER
3) Ice bath after long runs
4) Compression tights and/or socks (and I really mean and/or, I've worn socks and tights together before ha ha - the socks get my feet)
Recovery is a triathletemommy's best friend!
Here is a little pic of me packed in ice after my first 20 miler. My legs were tired the rest of the day, but not sore. Next day, everything was fine!
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| From Racing and Training 2010 |
umm, have you tried mixing Ultragen with milk? It's evil good. like super bad, evil goodness. If you ever get those shirts made...I need one too.
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