Post-endurance recovery shake with protein and carbs
Applied Nutrition ENDURANCE Velocity-Fuel Recovery is a post-training recovery powder built for endurance athletes who need both rapid carbohydrate replenishment and protein for muscle repair after long sessions. Each serving delivers a 4:1 carbohydrate-to-protein ratio with fast-absorbing carbohydrates, whey protein for muscle recovery, and added electrolytes and B-vitamins to support post-session replenishment. The 1.5kg tub provides multiple weeks of post-session use.
The 4:1 carb-to-protein ratio is the textbook profile for endurance-recovery shakes - the science shows this ratio supports faster glycogen replenishment than carbs alone, with the protein layer driving repair of training-stressed muscle tissue. The carbohydrate base uses fast-digesting sources (maltodextrin) for rapid glycogen restocking in the post-training 60-90 minute window. The protein component delivers complete amino acid coverage. Added electrolytes replace what's lost through sweat during long sessions. B-vitamins support energy-yielding metabolism for the next session.
What separates a dedicated endurance recovery shake from a standard whey is the carbohydrate load. Strength athletes typically need 20-30g protein post-training with minimal carbs; endurance athletes who depleted glycogen across 60-90+ minute sessions need substantial carbohydrate replenishment alongside the protein. The 4:1 ratio is the established standard for cyclists, runners and triathletes who need to recover before the next session.
Velocity-Fuel Recovery suits endurance athletes (cyclists, runners, triathletes) running long sessions or multi-day training blocks, lifters who pair strength with substantial cardio volume, and anyone whose training depletes glycogen significantly. Not the right pick for pure-strength athletes - a standard whey is the more efficient post-strength recovery option. Informed Sport certified for batch-tested banned-substance assurance.
Carb alternative: Efectiv Nutrition Carb Powder 500g (19g carbs at 76kcal per 20g serving, dextrose-fructose blend) delivers a 19g-per-scoop dextrose-fructose intra and post-training fuel for endurance athletes who prefer to dose carbs separately from protein.
