Chocolate Milk Post Workout

Chocolate milk is a great way to recover after weight training and longer runs.  It helps the muscles recover.  Carbohydrates are the most important calorie intake when strength training in order to build muscle.  Low-fat milk provides a balanced ratio of protein to carbohydrates making chocolate milk a beneficial recovery aid.  Carbohydrates are also the predominate source of energy for the body allowing it to metabolize and heal quicker.  Carbohydrates turn to glycogen in the muscles allowing for burts of energy to occur while weight training and the longer the workout, the more glycogen is required.  Protein is also an essential nutrient when it comes to building muscle. 

I usually drink the Horizon Organic Low-Fat Chocolate Milk, which can be found in most grocery stores and Starbucks.  Starbucks was out of the Chocolate flavor so I tried vanilla and it tastes just like a milkshake!

So the next time you're on a long run, think about your chocolate milk after the run...I always do!