This fruity post run smoothie combines tropical flavors like coconut, pineapple, and mango into a super refreshing drink. It’s ideal for a quick meal after a long workout, and is easy to throw together in just 5 minutes. What should go into a post run smoothie? After a long run, it’s helpful to take in…
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DIY Watermelon Homemade Sports Drink
If you’re craving a more natural sports drink to power you through your runs and rides this summer, try this DIY watermelon version! This homemade sports drink recipe features just a few simple ingredients, tastes refreshing, and has the right amount of carbs and electrolytes to fuel your workouts. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by…
Hydrating Cucumber Lemon Mint Water
This hydrating cucumber lemon mint water is a refreshing infused water recipe to keep you hydrated! Everyone that knows me well knows that I love (and I mean L-O-V-E) a good diet soda. Of course, as an RD, I know it’s not the best choice for my body – which is why I try to…
Sweet & Tart Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Time for a vote – how many of ya’ll have had dragon fruit before, and how many people have never tried it? I was on the later side of that vote up until this past week! Frieda’s Specialty Produce surprised me with a free box of dragon fruit in the mail and I couldn’t wait…
Granola Smoothie with Peaches and Strawberries
Summertime is here, and that means smoothie time! I don’t know about you guys, but whenever the weather heats up I love treating myself to a refreshing smoothie for dessert or for a post-workout snack. And this peach strawberry granola smoothie is ranking at the top of my favorites list so far this year. It’s…
Refreshing Cucumber Watermelon Smoothie
Beat the heat with this delicious, hydrating cucumber watermelon smoothie! Picture this: It’s a hot day outside and you’ve just come in from a tough run. You’re thirsty and want to replenish some of those fluid losses. All the sudden, a handsome butler walks out holding this watermelon cucumber smoothie. OK, maybe the handsome butler…
15 Healthy Post Workout Smoothie Recipes!
Just finish a long, intense run or ride? It’s time to refuel! Getting some carbohydrate and protein within 30-60 minutes of your sweat sesh is key to muscle recovery and replenishing those energy stores. And what better way to do that than with some tasty, easy-to-make post workout smoothie recipes! Keep in mind – you…
Wild Blueberry Pancake Smoothie with Greens!
This blueberry pancake smoothie takes all the tasty flavors of a ricotta blueberry pancake and uses them in a more nutritious smoothie form! Plus, it’s packed with nutritious greens. Disclosure: By posting this Wild Blueberry Pancake Smoothie recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association of North America and I…
6 Healthy Frappuccino Recipes to Keep You Cool This Summer
These 6 healthy frappuccino recipes are nutritious and delicious – perfect for a summer treat! I admittedly love a good Starbucks Frappuccino. There’s nothing like that caramel one with the sugary drizzle that they put on top of it. That said, it’s not always practical – from a budget or health standpoint – to have…