Pre-Workout Smoothie
Your pre-work smoothie is packed with vitamins (A,K and C) and many minerals your body needs, Kale is an absolute superfood and a great base for any pre-workout drink.
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup kale/arugula blend
1/4 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon rolled oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 banana
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
INSTRUCTIONS
Blend kale/arugula blend and almond milk until smooth.
Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Benefits of each ingredient!
Add arugula into the mix as it is rich in dietary nitrates known for reducing the amount of oxygen your muscles need during the workout. Recent studies suggest dietary nitrates improve muscle performance.
To maximize endurance, amp up on healthy proteins by mixing almonds and chia seeds into your smoothie which will sustain you all through your workout session.
For some immediate firepower, add half a banana. Similar to a sports drink, yet 100% natural, bananas break down quickly and release fructose into your system.
To help slow down the sugar absorption in your blood, mix in oats. They are loaded with healthy fiber and are slow digesting — the perfect way to keep your energy level balanced all throughout your sweat session.
Your pre-work smoothie is packed with vitamins (A,K and C) and many minerals your body needs, Kale is an absolute superfood and a great base for any pre-workout drink.
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup kale/arugula blend
1/4 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon rolled oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1/2 banana
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
INSTRUCTIONS
Blend kale/arugula blend and almond milk until smooth.
Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Benefits of each ingredient!
Add arugula into the mix as it is rich in dietary nitrates known for reducing the amount of oxygen your muscles need during the workout. Recent studies suggest dietary nitrates improve muscle performance.
To maximize endurance, amp up on healthy proteins by mixing almonds and chia seeds into your smoothie which will sustain you all through your workout session.
For some immediate firepower, add half a banana. Similar to a sports drink, yet 100% natural, bananas break down quickly and release fructose into your system.
To help slow down the sugar absorption in your blood, mix in oats. They are loaded with healthy fiber and are slow digesting — the perfect way to keep your energy level balanced all throughout your sweat session.
