Are you looking for the perfect protein recovery drink recipe? You’ll want to drink this within sixty minutes of lifting weights or hard cardio so your body can repair itself. You can buy delicious premade recovery drinks that are definitely fortified with plenty of protein and other vitamins, or you can make one of the following protein drinks at home.

One perrennial fav is the chocolate gorrilla recovery drink. Combine a banana, a cup of milk, a scoop of chocolate protein powder, and a couple spoonfuls of chocolate ice milk or ice cream. You’ll get protein, which aids your muscles in recovery, potassium, which prevents cramping, and just enough sugar and fat to fuel your body for the rest of your day. You don’t want to be so worn out by your weight lifting routine that you can’t handle your day without a nap!

If you’re concerned about calories, try the strawberry dream recovery drink. Combine a half cup of frozen strawberries with a cup of low calorie juice (like Trop 50 juice) and a scoop of vanilla protein powder. Slurp down that frosty, sweet-yet-low-cal protein drink, complete with vitamin C and protein. Extra tip: try a low sugar protein powder for this one.

If you want a blast of caffeine to propel you through the remainder of your day, make the mocha recovery drink. Blend two tablespoons instant coffee granules or expresso powder with one cup of milk, one scoop of chocolate protein powder, and a half cup of ice chips. For a creamier shake, add in a container of chocolate Greek yogurt; it’ll add a huge boost of protein and taste fantastic.

When choosing protein powders, look for protein content without worrying so much about taste. It’s easy to make any protein powder taste good if you just mix in the right ingredients.