I love running. Running is my happy place exercise. However, the past few weeks with my MAF (Maffetone) heart rate training, I have been doing more power walking than running. Even though I am still covering the miles on my training plan, my intensity is not as high as if I were running. But this easier pace doesn’t exclude me from needing to take proper care of my body pre, during and post workout.
As a FitApproach Ambassador (#SweatPink) I received a box of Vega Sport Plant Based Recovery Accelerator to review. I have used and tried Vega Sport in the past, and am a fan. I was really excited to try this particular product because I know how important it is to fuel your body post workout.
Vega Sport is good for your body and the planet. Vega is the clean, plant-based choice to fuel your healthy, active lifestyle – without compromise.
I am (always learning and trying) focusing on eating clean whole foods that help my body and not hinder the progress that I am seeking with my fitness and weight loss goals. Vega is an excellent product that goes along those goals.
I am currently training for the ZOOMA Napa Valley half marathon for the end of June (you can still get a 10% off discount by using the code: NAMB9) . Training for races with family expectations is always an adventure. Yesterday, I did a MAF training run (with lots of walking) while pushing T in the jogger for 8+ miles.
Even though I am running at a lower intensity… I am still covering the miles needed and putting added stress to my body. I need to make sure that I am properly re-fueling and re-hydrating my body post workout. This is key to help me not only repair what was broken down during training… but to also grow for growth in my fitness.
The Recovery Accelerator is designed to recharge and repair so you can do it all again, sooner!
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Replenishes energy and electrolytes
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Reduces inflammation, muscle and joint pain
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Supports immune system function and protein synthesis
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Reduces recovery time between training
Vega Sport is the first all-natural, plant-based performance enhancement system specifically developed to help athletes perform at their best – before, during and after training and competition. Vega Sport products are plant-based, dairy, gluten and soy free and contain no artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners.
I prepare my Vega Sport Recovery Accelerator simply… I add to a water bottle and shake. I have friends who add extra yummy ingredients to make their recovery drink. My drink, because I just shake with water, has a thick consistency. Do not expect a sport drink watered down taste. This recovery accelerator has a bit of a gritty, healthy, texture… but the flavor is super yummy. I really enjoyed my Tropical flavor!
Rebecca Jo says
I love that their product is free of so much junk.
I need to check these out. The drink LOOKS Tropical.
Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says
I love Vega Sport! As a vegan athlete, I love that I can trust all of their products to be plant based and natural.
Melissa Running It says
First of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! I hope you are being lavished with all kinds of messy boy love and are celebrating!
I can’t wait to hear how this whole MAF training works into the big picture of making you faster. It’s on my list of things to commit to, once I get my body back to 100%! I’m still hoping for that sub2 before I totally start to break down. Ha!
Glad you liked the Vega Recovery, I was totally digging the way it helped my body recover as well!
Ganeeban says
I have been using this religiously for over a year. I love the Acai Berry flavor! I haven’t gotten sick of it yet! It’s taken me a while, but I (think) I finally have the pre, during, and post fueling down!
Sandra Laflamme says
I would be very curious to try this as I am always in need of a boost after a long training run. Thank you for sharing your awesome review! Good luck with your training for the half!
Lynda@fitnessmomwinecountry says
Rachel I loved my pre-workout energizer from Vega…I need to get more ASAP and can’t wait to hit the pavement with you in Napa 🙂
Mj Villanueva says
irst I didn’t know about this vegan sports, where I can find and buy that one?