LifeAid Beverage Co.: How do I know which drink to choose?
If you’ve ever stopped into 925 or many other gyms, you’ve probably noticed athletes sipping on something before or after the workout. So what exactly ARE those drinks? The short answer is a clean blend of vitamins and nutrients to aid in post-workout recovery. At 925, we keep our fridge stocked with recovery drinks from LifeAid Beverage Co. LifeAid offers a variety of recovery drinks each designed with its own purpose: recovery, cognitive function, performance or an immunity boost. Every can is certified non-GMO tested, Vegan, Paleo Friendly, No Sodium, Certified Gluten Free, Kosher, and they never add any artificial flavors or sweeteners. This makes the LifeAid products a perfect fit for 925’s focus on educating and providing our athletes with the best options to keep you healthy and recover faster so you’re able to get back in the gym sooner.
Keep reading below to learn more about the right recovery drink to fit your needs.
FitAid Recovery Blend
FitAid Recovery Blend provides high quality, clean nutrients to help your body recover after exercise or intense activity. The Recovery Blend delivers BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids), L-Glutamine, L-Arginine, Vitamins C & D3, B Complex, Glucosamine, Turmeric, CoQ10, Omega-3s. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are essential to the repair of muscles and ligaments. BCAAs reduce protein and muscle breakdown during intense exercise. Omega-3s fatty acids reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, lower triglyceride levels, support blood circulation and also significantly improve the absorption of CoQ10, a key nutrient in heart health [1]. Glucosamine and turmeric can beneficial to joint health and reducing inflammation that may be experienced due to high-intensity workouts. As one of the most popular choices at 925, the delicious Citrus taste is the perfect post-WOD drink to support performance and optimize recovery.
FitAid RX
FitAid RX was born from the shared passion of LifeAid and the thousands of affiliates bringing better health and nutrition to the world through functional fitness. A first of its kind, FitAid RX is for affiliates, by affiliates. It contains the same great formula as the original FitAid Recovery Blend with the added benefit of Creatine. The key supplements in the RX blend include Creatine, BCAAs, Glutamine, Omega-3s, CoQ10, Glucosamine, Quercetain, Turmeric, B-Complex, Green Tea, Vitamins C, D and E, Calcium, Magnesium, and Potassium. Creatine is naturally found in muscle cells and ingested predominantly from meat, fish and poultry. It plays a key role in metabolizing energy especially during high intensity workouts [2]. With a refreshing Mixed Berry taste and 1,000 mg of Creatine to build muscle and help your body recovery faster after intense physical activity, this is the another of our most popular choices at 925. Please be aware if you are already supplementing with Creatine, of the amount of Creatine you are getting each day so you don't end up with too much.
LifeAid Daily Blend
The LIFEAID Daily Blend provides key natural ingredients essential for optimum health and vitality. The Daily Blend is caffeine-free and only 45 calories with a refreshing Lemon Zest taste. The blend includes Turmeric, Rosemary, Ginger, Oregano, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Cayenne and more, with a clean and refreshing taste. The turmeric provides anti-inflammatory properties while magnesium promotes energy production and muscle relaxation. LifeAid is a good post-workout option or as a substitute if you are craving a coke or other sugary drink. Ditch the soda, and treat your body right with a LIFEAID - it will thank you for it.
FocusAid Energy Blend
FocusAid serves as a clean energy source for those mid-day slumps or if you need to get in the zone. The Energy Blend has been shown to improve focus, memory and overall brain function. FocusAid contains 100mg of natural caffeine derived from Green Tea Extract and Yerba Mate, but doesn’t result in that jittery feeling you may experience with energy drinks that included added caffeine or Taurine. The key supplements in FocusAid include Alpha-GPC, Acetyl-L-Carnitine, American Ginseng, Full B-Complex, GABA, Green Tea and Yerba Mate, Rhodiola Rosea and Vitamins C and D. Alpha-Gylceryl Phosphoryl Choline (Alpha-GPC) nutrition is essential for maintaining optimal cognitive function and higher choline intake is related to better cognitive performance [3].
ImmunityAid Support Blend
ImmunityAid provides a caffeine-free boost to support your immune system when you need it most. The Support Blend includes Vitamins A, C, D3, Echinacea, Astragalus, Zinc, Turmeric, Chamomile, Ginger Root and Lemon Balm. With a delicious Orange Boost taste, ImmunityAid is the perfect way to defend against flu and cold season or when traveling.
So next time you’re at the box, stop on in to the cafe and try out one of the options above for faster recovery.
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