Go isotonic
Rehydrate naturally with this tangy
après-sports juice
Pomegranate & coconut water
When you want to rehydrate after working
out, water is fine for modest exercise. But if you’re training for more than an
hour, an isotonic drink can be more effective, replacing fluids and minerals
lost via sweating.
Rehydrate
naturally with this tangy après-sports juice
Most shop-bought isotonic drinks are packed
with sugar or artificial sweeteners, so I’ve created a healthier version using
hydrating coconut water as a base. Coconut water is rich in the electrolyte
potassium which, along with added sodium, will help your body absorb the liquid
more quickly than water.
Juicing pomegranates is quite messy so, for
a quicker option, use the pre-packed variety, but look for ‘pomegranate juice’
rather than ‘juice drink’ which is diluted from concentrate.
Ingredients
300ml coconut water
100ml pomegranate juice
Juice of half a lime
A small pinch of salt
Method
Mix everything together, making sure that
the salt is completely dissolved.
Coconut water is a natural isotonic, containing Electrolytes, potassium and
sodium and an array of minerals including iron and calcium
Pomegranate juice is a good source of the electrolyte potassium which is lost in
sweat. It’s also a good source of Folates
Lime juice is
packed with vitamin C and potassium; its tart flavor stimulates digestion
Chef’s tip:
A little salt helps your body restore the osmolality (electrolyte balance) of
the blood, which means more water is absorbed.
Nutria tip:
If pomegranate is too tart for your taste buds, substitute it with sweet
passion fruit. As well as being the perfect tropical summer treat, it’s packed
with dietary fibre. Blend some with ice to dilute to a juicy consistency and
add to the recipe above.
Pomegranate
& coconut water
3 of best… isotonic sports drinks
Sis Go Electrolyte
Price: $31 per 1.6kg tub
Website: scienceinsport.com
Avoid cramp with this rehydrating drink.
Mix the powder with water to drink with exercise. Studies show it doesn’t bloat
your tummy and quickly delivers energy to your muscles.
Sis
Go Electrolyte
Maxifuel Viper Active Sachet
Price: $31 for 20
Website: maxifuel.com
Get all the electrolyte (magnesium, sodium,
calcium and potassium), carbohydrates and amino acids you’ll need during a
tough workout. Available in orange or raspberry.
Maxifuel
Viper Active Sachet
Lucozade Sport Body Fuel
Price: $15 for 12
Website: lucozadeshop.com
Handed out at the Virgin London Marathon
and other big race events, these fairly concentrated drinks deliver much-needed
carbohydrate fuel quickly. The 330ml size is perfect for running.
Lucozade
Sport Body Fuel
