Best recovery drinks for cycling 2025 rated and reviewed

We look at the best available protein and recovery drinks to ensure you’re recovered and good to go for your next training session

Male cyclist drinking a protein-packed recovery drink after cycling
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Recovery drinks are massively helpful for any cyclist looking to make maximum gains from their training sessions. These products ensure you’re getting the right amount of carbohydrates and protein for optimal recovery.

For effective recovery after cycling, carbohydrates are needed to refill our glycogen stores, so that we can train again the next day, while protein is needed to allow the muscles to repair and build up stronger and ready for the next workout.

Andy Turner

Andy is a Sport & Exercise Scientist, fully qualified and experienced Cycling Coach, Sports Director, Freelance Writer, and Performance Consultant. He spent 3 years riding for a UCI cycling team and 7 years as a BC Elite rider, competing in prestigious events such as the Tour of Britain and the Volta a Portugal. 

 

Graduating with a first-class honours degree in Sport & Exercise Sciences, he continues to pursue his interest in research in the field of Sport Science alongside managing his coaching business, ATP Performance. He also works as a Wind Tunnel operator and Performance Consultant at the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub, working with individuals, teams, and businesses to optimise performance and develop products.