This happens every spring. I get all fitness and health conscious and say to myself, “I WILL BE FIT!” I keep track of my meals, read Self and make sure to do interval training. It all lasts for about two months until summer rolls around. Then we’re grilling, eating fruit pies, going out for ice cream sundaes, snacking on chips at the beach and the healthiness takes a back seat. This year I pledge to not let that happen though, and to continue the mindfulness towards good choices throughout the summer. Who’s with me? Let’s start with a post workout shake.
Why it’s good for you: Kiwis are rich in cancer-fighting antioxidants, vitamin C for immunity, vitamin E for your skin, folate for pregnant women (for future reference) and dietary fiber for good digestion. Bananas provide lots of potassium which can reduce blood pressure and keep your heart healthy. Plus, the calcium in the yogurt and milk is important for bone health. All this needs is some protein powder and it’s a meal!
Post Workout Shake
(makes 2 servings)
1 banana
1 kiwi
1/4 cup skim or soy milk
1 container fat free yogurt (about 1/2 cup)
1 tsp honey
Blend all ingredients together. Add an ice cube if you like it nice and cold.
What do you eat post workout?
And if you’re interested, here are some other healthy snacks: Crispy Cauliflower, Marinated Broccoli Stems and Citrus Hummus.
sounds yummy. i've been drinking muscle milk light. i looooove that stuff :))
ReplyDeleteI am totally going to try the soy version of it tomorrow morning after swimming. Have a beautiful day, dear. xo
ReplyDeleteThis is great...I've been seriously working out for a few weeks now but my food intake has been incredibly crappy. I need to make this shake...and maybe add some spirulina to it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a timely post for me! I just recently jumped back into get-fit-mode too. This shake recipe inspires me to going roller blading this afternoon!
ReplyDeleteooh what's that? protein enhanced milk?
ReplyDeletei wish i could go for a nice swim! the water's not warm enough yet. :) hope you like it diana!
ReplyDeletewow that sounds fancy...excuse my ignorance, but what's spirulina?
ReplyDeletei LOVE rollerblading! haven't done it in years though. have fun!
ReplyDeleteOoh, this looks sooo good! I wrote about my post-workout shake here:
ReplyDeletehttp://jimetnicole.blogspot.com/2011/09/post-bootcamp.htmlBasic recipe: One scoop of Designer Whey protein powder (French vanilla flavor), one banana, one tablespoon peanut butter, a splash of milk and a handful of ice cubes. It tastes like a peanut butter-banana milkshake! XO.
i was thisclose to buying a shake maker/ blender thingy yesterday but the box was missing a piece and, of course, it was the last one on the shelf. but when i do buy it i'll definitely be giving this a try love kiwis and love bananas (banana's only in shake form)
ReplyDelete:-)
My husband is going to LOVE this.....He loves milkshakes...haha..and I am always trying to get him to try some healthier options....this we will definitely be trying.
ReplyDeleteYUM! I need to make this ASAP.
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Leigh
ah nicole i remember all your boot camp posts! that shake looks awesome, i just need to get my hands on some protein powder and i'm making it! thanks so much for sharing it!
ReplyDeletei used a simple immersion hand blender to make mine (i use it to blend soups and stuff too) but i don't know how good it will be when i want to blend harder things like apples or greens...that's funny about the bananas!
ReplyDeletedo what i do with manu, don't tell him it's healthy and he'll love it. :)
ReplyDeleteyay leigh! p.s. are you getting so excited that school's almost over?
ReplyDeleteI usually have a whey protein shake, but if I'm out and about, I love a good healthy smoothie. Though this is not what I've been having here in the island, I've been making my own granola bars. Don't know why I'm not making smoothies, I love them!
ReplyDeleteThis shake looks like pure goodness and tasty too :D
ReplyDeleteThanks!
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