Packed with the protein and carbohydrates your body needs to rebuild muscle, PBCM has always known that chocolate milk is a great way to refuel after a hard workout. The athletes and coaches at the University of Nebraska-Omaha can’t help but agree. Read story
Science Says: Drink Chocolate Milk, Recover Faster
April 22, 2010A new study from James Madison University presented at the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual meeting suggests that drinking chocolate milk after your workout provides superior muscle recovery when compared to a high-carbohydrate recovery beverage with the same amount of calories.
Athletic Advice: Nutrition and Recovery
March 29, 2010Athletes put in countless hours at the gym, on the field and at the rink in order to train and compete at 100% of their physical potential. A well-timed and balanced recovery nutrition plan is critical to ensure training goals are met and that an athlete’s body is ready for the next day’s punishment.
Immune Boosting Nutrition
March 12, 2010A healthy immune system is going to help keep you training at 100% of your physiological potential. Getting sick can throw your training off for a couple of days or a few weeks. In some cases, such as the athletes competing in the 2010 Olympic games, this could mean the difference between winning a medal or not!
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Chocolate Milk Anyone?
February 25, 2010This February, Canadian dairy farmers are going to be shipping 80, 000 additional liters of chocolate milk to Vancouver B.C. Why all the extra milk, you ask? Find out after the jump.
Dr. Travis talks chocolate milk
January 12, 2010Dr. Travis from the hit TV series “The Doctors” shares his top ten workout tips, including drinking chocolate milk for post exercise recovery!
The Comback of Carbs
November 18, 2009If there is anything good that came out of the “no-carb” diet trend, it certainly was that people became more educated about the different types of carbohydrates out there. Not every carb is created equal, but its critical to know that carbs are key for optimal athletic performance.
Good chocolate?
September 24, 2009If you’re looking for a healthy and naturally nutritious drink to nourish your active kids, you may be hesitant to use something that has chocolate in its name. Read story
Unconventional Cyclist and his Favourite Drink
September 24, 2009Svein Tuft started out his cycling career with a $40 bike from a thrift store, and an extended trip into the great Canadian wilderness. Read story
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