What Causes Cramp

A performance sports drink is a useful thing to have on hand when you need it.

It can give you a good energy boost, prevent muscle cramps and even help you to recover from a hard work-out.

In fact it can even help make the difference between you attaining a personal best or giving a weak performance.

Many people agree that – if you are going to use a sports drink -  it is important that you choose one that is right for your needs.

Marathon Running

When I ran marathons (I’ve completed six marathons in England) I soon found out how you need to take care of your body, otherwise it can just give out on you.

Using a performance sports drink before, during and after a distance run is an important part of that.

And so today I want to share a sports drink with a difference with my readers. .. and it is different from other commercially produced drinks, because it is not only natural, it is actually made from coconut water.

In the article  How To Stop Cramps When Exercising  I mention that anyone planning a work-out or sports event that will last for an hour or more needs to take care of their fluid level. It is also important to maintain potassium, magnesium, calcium and sodium levels while on the go.  This is especially true for anyone who is a Weekend Warrior

Is Coconut Water The New Performance Sports Drink

Did you know that  coconut water  has been used for over 4,000 years to provide fluids, nutrition and wellness.

It has even been used to save lives during periods of famine and war by being given intravenously (directly into the blood).
I didn’t realise until recently that coconut water is the only natural fluid that can be injected into the human bloodstream safely, but whether or not this fact makes it a better sports drink, I’m not too sure.

I guess it just goes to indicate that the drink can’t do your body any harm.

However, now that we have modern equipment to take analysis to the limit, modern science has validated the effectiveness of coconut water as a real and natural  performance sports drink.

The drink in question is called Zico and these are its constituents:-

 Zico Performance Sports Drink

Review of Zico performance sports drink

• It contains sodium, magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphorous – the five electrolytes that are necessary for keeping your body hydrated and able to perform at your top level.
• Just drinking one Zico drink will supply 569 mgs of potassium; more than is contained in a typical banana and 15 times more than a normal sports drink – this will definitely help prevent cramps.
• Contains zero sugar, zero fat and zero cholesterol
• The drink’s Ph level is 5.  This is a lower acidity level than most other sports drinks and juices and so there is even less chance of any unwanted reactions when it is taken.
• The drink re-hydrates more quickly than water and so it gives the user a quick response – especially important for anyone who wants to know how to relieve cramps
• It is high in potent antioxidants – helps support your immune system.

Recommended method for use to help get best performance at your work-out or event

• Use Zico before or during any exercise or activity to release and maintain your natural energy.
• Drink it after the work-out or event to get a quick recovery and re-hydrate and replenish your body again.

The drink comes in a variety of flavours including Pineapple, Pomberry, Lima Citron and Chocolate.

Of course we are all individuals and so have different needs and tastes, but I recommend that you do not use the flavoured versions if you are using natural coconut water to help avoid cramps and assist in your sporting performance.  In my opinion if you do this,  you are just putting more sugar into your body which is unnecessary when you want to get good performance. Just use the Natural – it’s 100% coconut water.

Performance Sports Drink Recovery Smoothie

Try this Smoothie Blend to get a satisfying boost at anytime, but especially after a long work-out:

When you have been on a long run, bike ride or work out, try this delicious and healthy smoothie

Ingredients

1. ZICO Natural Coconut Water
2. A banana, ripened to taste
3. 2 scoops of Hammer Recovery Drink Powder
4. Ice cubes

Method

Cut the banana into pieces and put everything into a blender.  Using the amount of coconut water to suit your taste.  Select your chosen flavour of Recovery Drink Powder depending upon personal preference and …. blend.

For me, this recovery drink just gives me another reason for going on a long run.  It is delicious and ultimately refreshing and rejuvenating.


Comment:-

For anyone who is looking for a performance sports drink that is all natural and which gives results, the Zico brand takes some beating.

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