Disclosure: The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Built With Chocolate Milk.
As you know, here at Femme Fitale Fit Club we love celebrating athleticism in the every day person and every once in a while in a world-renowned athlete. Today we want to share our admiration for world-class athlete Apolo Ohno.
If you don’t know who Apolo Ohno is then you must have just been born. He is an eight-time medalist (two gold, two silver and four bronze) in the 2002 Winter Olympics for short track speed skating category. He is a true athlete and definition of a champion.
Guess what? If you want to get to know him, he is still very active and you can have a chance to see this wonderball in action. In April he accepted a challenge to transfer his skills, power and speed from short-track speedskating to a triathlon. He is competing in the 2014 Ironman© World Class Championship Race in Kona-Kailua, Hawaii on Saturday, October 11, 2014. An Ironman is the top of the line of all races because a competitor must transition through and complete 3 key events, by a certain time, in order to be adorned with the title of Ironman. If you aren’t familiar (I know that isn’t the case with my readers) then let me provide some quick facts on it:
- It is comprised of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, and 26.1 mile run which needs to be completed in 17 hours
- You have to qualify to participate
Mission Apolo Series
As you can see, this race requires a true class athlete with focus, dedication and the right fuel to push through this. If you would like to see World-Class Athlete Apolo Ohno in action, he joins Women’s Health editor Jen Ator for a six-month training and recovery program with sports dietitians and elite professional coaches 8X IRONMAN© World Champion Paula Newby-Fraser and 3X World Champion Craig “Crowie” Alexander.
Watch him train (I know I am curious to know how rigorous it is) by catching the 8-episode, behind-the-scenes content and training tips from Apolo Ohno and Jen at www.gotchocolatemilk.com I think you will be riveted.
One of the key elements to excellent performance, especially for endurance sports, is refueling properly. This is where chocolate milk comes in. I was informed years ago chocolate milk was excellent for refueling after long runs and tough workouts but not until recently did I learn the science behind it. Mind you, I am not a certified nutritionist or trainer but all you have to do is a little research to learn the following about lowfat chocolate milk:
- has B vitamins that convert fuel into energy
- contains calcium, vitamin D, phosphorous, protein and potassium that support bone development
- provides fluids and electrolytes such as calcium, potassium, magnesium and sodium to replenish what was lost during tough workouts
- has the right carb-protein ratio scientifically shown to refuel exhausted muscles and help return muscles back to pique potential
If you want more information about the wonderful world of lowfat chocolate milk you can find it here: Chocolate Milk Backed By Science. Whatever you’re building, build it with chocolate milk.
Chocolate milk is the official refuel beverage for several elite races and athletes so we will get a glimpse how Apolo will use chocolate milk during his 2014 Ironman© World Championship training, practice and ultimately his endurance race. To answer the original statement of this article – both Apolo Ohno and chocolate milk will be at the 2014 Ironman© World Class Championship Race!
What fun facts do you know about Apolo Ohno?
Do you plan to watch his 8-part training series?
Do you currently drink chocolate milk after a tough workout?
41 Replies to "What Chocolate Milk & Apolo Ohno Have In Common"
Deborah
Twitter: deborahbrooks14
September 29, 2014 (6:02 pm)
Love my chocolate milk after a long run
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 29, 2014 (6:46 pm)
So yummy!
GiGi Eats
Twitter: dubagee
September 30, 2014 (8:45 am)
I am not a huge chocolate person, and I cannot drink milk….. That being said, I remember when I could have it, I liked it – but it wasn’t my first go – to … I actually remember a time getting sick off of it when I was little, so that sort of scarred me! LOL!
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (12:16 pm)
Oh no! You are missing something good.
Jen
Twitter: wstreetstory
September 30, 2014 (9:12 am)
Love chocolate milk. What a great post!
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (11:13 am)
Thank you Jen. I love chocolate milk TOO!!!
o
Stephanie September 30, 2014 (9:26 am)
Yum! My kids and I are happy to hear this! Thanks for sharing.
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (11:14 am)
Make sure it isn’t the mix kind, but the ready-made. Delicious.
o
Elle
Twitter: eatrunsail
September 30, 2014 (11:22 am)
My husband is the chocolate milk for recovery fan in our house. I will be interested to see how Apolo does in the tri. I was a big fan!
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (12:16 pm)
I love watching tris! Make sure you join us this Thursday too for our Twitter chat with giveaway swag.
Erin
Twitter: herheartland
September 30, 2014 (12:17 pm)
I love Apolo! Him and Julianne were my favorite on DWTS!
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (12:20 pm)
I didn’t watch DWTS but heard he was good on there.
Heather
Twitter: divasrunbling
September 30, 2014 (12:59 pm)
I LOVE chocolate milk after a workout. It always makes me feel like I’m getting a treat for being so good and exercising 🙂
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (1:29 pm)
Exactly Heather!
MCM Mama
Twitter: mcmmama
September 30, 2014 (1:10 pm)
Love chocolate milk as a recovery drink. Tastes so good (and I love that there’s an actual reason to drink it.) My inner child loves long runs now. ;o)
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (1:28 pm)
Amy
Twitter: creativeaim87
September 30, 2014 (1:19 pm)
I didn’t know much about him until this post! Wow, that guy is a beast!!! And chocolate milk is my favorite recovery drink ever 🙂
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (1:28 pm)
Apolo Ohno is a beast! I am so impressed with elite athletes.
Sandra Laflamme
Twitter: organicrunmom
September 30, 2014 (2:19 pm)
I looove chocolate milk after a long workout and I love watching Apollo Ohno Skate. How cool that he is doing Ironman. I will definitely check that out!
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
September 30, 2014 (2:22 pm)
I was hooked when my girlfriend completed one.
Stephanie
Twitter: FitMomTraining
September 30, 2014 (3:21 pm)
I had no idea he was training for Kona! Very interesting. If I can, I definitely want to watch!
o
Terri Ingraham October 1, 2014 (6:36 am)
I would never have thought to drink chocolate milk after exercising!
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
October 1, 2014 (7:02 am)
Oh Terri it is good!!!!
Eileen
Twitter: Aiokona
October 1, 2014 (6:39 am)
That is amazing. I would love to try chocolate milk with all those benefits. I was just wondering… what kind of sugar was used to sweeten it? I am a diabetic and as much as I would love to have chocolate milk, I tend to shun it because of the sugar content.
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
October 1, 2014 (7:02 am)
Hi Eileen – I would recommend to read the label on the sugar content. Thanks for stopping by.
Natalie
Twitter: nataliemadeit
October 1, 2014 (7:16 am)
I bet they both taste good, haha.. kidding aside, I love chocolate milk, but I’ve tried to cut back on my milk drinking.
o
Annie Martin
Twitter: notjustabroad
October 1, 2014 (10:01 am)
I used to love drinking chocolate milk after a workout and then I found out I’m allergic to milk.. 🙁 I’ve had to substitute with a vegan chocolate protein shake in almond milk. Almost as good… Not really. 🙂
Suzi Satterfield
Twitter: ClothAddicts
October 1, 2014 (10:29 am)
My initial thought was so, so very shallow… When I saw you ask what they had in common, my first thought was “They’re both delicious?” 😉
I haven’t done any form of milk to recharge after a workout, but it’s not a bad thought!
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
October 1, 2014 (11:39 am)
You are funny Suzi!!! Try it to refuel. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.
Jess
Twitter: dreamingleaving
October 1, 2014 (10:31 am)
i remember seeing my hubby drinking chocolate milk after a workout and i was like whatttt? great post! xo, jess @ dreamingofleaving.com
o
Erica Brooks
Twitter: ericabrooks
October 1, 2014 (12:32 pm)
Good information. It’s important to re-feul properly after a workout. I think I’ll start adding chocolate milk.
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
October 1, 2014 (12:39 pm)
Add it – it’s a delicious way to refuel.
Holly S.
Twitter: southernmomlove
October 1, 2014 (1:35 pm)
I have never heard of this!!! Now my son has a reason to drink it. 😉
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
October 1, 2014 (1:52 pm)
Lol
Nicole
Twitter: laeblsbynicole
October 1, 2014 (2:13 pm)
I am a big chocoholic, so naturally i prefer chocolate milk over regular milk.
o
Sarh S
Twitter: jjcjejmami
October 1, 2014 (2:34 pm)
I love chocolate milk, but have never liked anything with protein added. Haven’t seen this before, so wonder if I’d like this…. hmmm.
Elizabeth Ferree October 1, 2014 (4:10 pm)
I love chocolate milk but haven’t tried this. Actually almost the only way I can drink milk. Do not know anything about Apolo Ohno to be honest.
o
Diatta
Twitter: DSTPRL
October 1, 2014 (4:12 pm)
Elizabeth clutch my pearls – check out the video to see what he is up to and how he is training.
Larisa Dixon
Twitter: 0to26point2
October 1, 2014 (5:47 pm)
Appollo! Hmmmm! 😉 not to big on chocolate milk after running. Actually I havent tried it. I should! Lol
Rena (An Ordinary Housewife)
Twitter: AOHousewife
October 1, 2014 (5:49 pm)
I have a glass of chocolate milk almost every day. I’ve always heard it was a great post-workout treat!
o
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