What is Unbroken and how do you use it?

The phrase “recovery drinks” brings to mind sugary electrolyte mixes or thick protein shakes. Those products have their place, but Unbroken offers something different: A crisp, fast-absorbing recovery supplement that athletes can take at any time and fits seamlessly into any routine.

Unbroken is the most advanced Anytime Recovery Solution, delivering rapid muscle repair from whole-food–derived protein. Originally developed as medical nutrition, Unbroken applies clinically proven principles of rapid absorption and gentle digestion to the world of performance nutrition, helping athletes recover faster with almost zero digestive burden.

Unbroken is a dissolvable tablet made from hydrolyzed salmon protein, sourced from fresh ASC-certified Norwegian salmon. It contains short peptides, all nine essential free-form amino acids, and key micronutrients, all of which help fuel protein synthesis and reduce muscle soreness.

Crucially, Unbroken has very low molecular weight (average 374 dalton) and high bioavailability. In plain terms, it is digested easily, and can be rapidly absorbed for what Unbroken calls “Real Time Recovery.” Unlike traditional shakes, Unbroken does not burden the stomach, making it ideal before, during, or after training.

The Lidl-Trek men’s squad relied on Unbroken during its outstanding Grand Tour campaigns at the Giro d’Italia, Tour de France and Vuelta a España. Riders had to push their bodies to the limit every day for three straight weeks during the most grueling events in cycling, while also refueling with lots of heavy carbs. Unbroken made muscle recovery faster and easier, without adding to their stomach strain. You can read about the team’s experience here: 

After hours of pushing food into an already overloaded stomach, many riders struggled with traditional recovery options that felt heavy and unappealing. That’s where Unbroken — a natural supplement made from fresh Norwegian salmon — found its niche. “Some riders take it straight at the finish line, others on the bus, and many again before sleep,” [Lidl-Trek Head of Performance] Josu [Larrazabal] explains. “Unbroken allows us to keep muscle recovery at the highest level without adding stress on the stomach.”

Just drop 1-2 tablets in cold water (8-16 oz per tablet), let them dissolve, and drink. That’s it. 

Unbroken is an ideal post-workout drink, but because it digests so easily, it can also be taken before and during exercise as a preventive against soreness. Looking to boost daily energy or assist long-term rehabilitation? Unbroken can be taken morning, noon, or evening as part of a wellness routine.

Choose from apple, orange, lemon-lime and mango flavors, and experience the difference yourself.