Cool off after a hot workout with this refreshing blend of protein and nutritious summer flavors. Raspberry Lemonade Protein Smoothie RecipeMakes 1 serving Ingredients1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder½ cup nonfat milk1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries2 tablespoons lemon juice¼ cup sugar-free pink lemonade or waterice (if desired) DirectionsAdd whey protein and milk to blender....
Nothing says summer more than a fresh ice pop. Here are two simple (and healthy) recipes perfect to tackle at home.Vegan Strawberry-Orange Mango Ice PopsIngredients:Orange Mango Layer ¾ cup Natalie’s Orange Mango Juice 1½ cups frozen mango chunks ¼ cup canned coconut milk (light or full fat) Strawberry Layer 1 cup frozen strawberries ½ cup canned...
From maximizing your workout performance to supporting your recovery, check out the five supplements you need to stock up on this summer.CreatineMove over guys — it’s time for us ladies to embrace creatine, too. This supplement helps you power through heavy lifting or short sprints, and it is one of the most well-researched sports-nutrition products...
After hard training, you need to replace essential nutrients in your cells to fuel recovery — and tomorrow’s workout! Here are some shakes to help with that.Fueling up after a tough workout is essential, especially if your goal is adding lean muscle and/or shedding fat (and whose isn’t!?). A postworkout smoothie or shake is an...
Develop a better relationship with food and achieve the results you want with this day-by-day summer schematic.Diets have helped millions of people get fit and lose weight. They’ve also helped millions of people hate the very idea of dieting. Besides the fact they mercilessly keep us from all the wonderful, tasty foods we love —...
Implement these nutrition and supplement strategies to burn fat and better your bikini body.With summer approaching, you’ve likely already made adaptations to your training program to firm up your core, but sometimes you need an extra edge. These nine nutrition and supplementation hacks may make a big difference in your visible results and make you...
Take advantage of bone broth’s robust nutritional profile with these delicious, healthy recipes.While bone broth may be an acquired taste, it’s gained much-deserved popularity in the kitchen and among nutrition pros over the years. Whether you make it at home or buy a high-quality batch from the grocery store, adding bone broth to your favorite...
Can you actually change the way you age for a healthier life? The science says yes.The slow creep of aging affects everyone, and before you know it, you’re over the hill and losing steam. But what exactly causes us to age? Scientists believe it is ultimately because of accumulated metabolic damage that occurs at the...
Here are some key takeaways from recent research on training, health and nutrition.Nighttime Workouts No Longer a No-NoThe standard advice for insomniacs is to avoid exercising in the evening, but according to a research review published in the journal Sports Medicine, late-day workouts might actually enhance sleep: Study participants who did an evening workout spent...
Here's the answer to your salt cravings.Question: As an athlete, I am craving salt. Why? Should I give in to the craving?Salt cravings can be linked to a lot of things, including stress, lack of sleep and even premenstrual syndrome, but since you’re athletic, most likely they are because of the loss of minerals —...