What should be in your Post Run Smoothie

After your run there are a few things you should do to help your body recover. First , stretch and cool down! But what nutrients should you give your body and in what form.

 

What I have found most effective is a healthy protien packed smoothie, this way you shart to hydrated, nourish and build muscle all at once. 

   

If you don't give your body protien within 20 minutes of working out it begins to breakdown muscle. 

  I like to get my protien from almond or goats milk or yogurt. These are all healthy options. Whey protien powder is also an amazing way to really pack in the protien. 

So my golden rules for a post run / workout smoothie are 

- healthy protien 

- bananas to prevent muscle cramping 

- ice or water to start hydration 

And add other fruit for flavor if you like. 

Here is my post run smoothie recipe 

Recipe 

1/3 frozen bannana 

3/4 cup almond milk

1/2 cup ice 

1/2 scoop whey protien 

Enjoy!