Foods for a good recovery

Your body needs to repair after training or you and your performance will suffer, so these foods may help for a good recovery instead.

Beans on toast

 

Choose low-sugar beans and wholegrain toast (unless you’re training again within 24 hours, in which case have white). Add cheese for calcium.


 

Smoothies

 

Make a smoothie with low-fat milk, a banana or berries, and oats to provide a tasty and nutritious mix of protein and carbohydrates.

Cereal

 

Try a generous portion of cereal with skimmed milk. And shun sugary options in favour of fortified flakes, so that you get the added vitamins and minerals.


 

Recovery drinks

 

 

Recovery drinks are an easy choice if you’re racing or riding far from home, as the manufacturers have done the nutrient maths for you.