Issue 53: Unexpected recovery aids

While you can enhance recovery with certain foods, stretches, and rest days, what you choose to supplement with can also play a factor. Here are the best muscle recovery supplements, according to science.

Although exercise has a plethora of benefits, experts argue that what you do after is just as important as the workout itself.

While you can enhance recovery with certain foods, stretches, and rest days, what you choose to supplement with can also play a factor. Yet, with so many options available on the market today, it begs the question: do muscle recovery supplements work?

In this issue, we are digging into the science to see what recovery aids are beneficial, and if you should consider adding them to your post-workout routine.

Here's to leveling up your performance, Elos!

1. Gut health and inflammation

Studies show that your microbiome greatly impacts immunity, digestion, heart health, and inflammation. What does this mean for recovery?

2. Try this protein to fuel muscle recovery.

Tired of eating chicken breast? Add this protein to your routine to improve bone health, reduce the risk of injury, and boost lean muscle mass.

3. Is this herb the key to a faster recovery?

Looking to increase endurance, reduce stress, and enhance sleep quality? This ever-popular medicinal herb may be the answer.

4. Reduce muscle soreness with this common spice.

If you're feeling extra sore this week, take a look inside your pantry. Here's how this common spice can help relax muscles and speed up recovery time.

5. Trouble sleeping? This mineral deficiency may be to blame.

This mineral deficiency can contribute to a lack of sleep, which is associated with decreased stamina, quicker exhaustion, and longer recovery times.