When it comes to taking protein supplements to enhance your fitness, think of your body as a time bomb. It ticks along during the day or night until you’re ready for it to explode into action when you work out. Whey protein is the quick-acting spark that acts as a catalyst for muscle production in your body. The supplement’s rapid impact makes it perfect for ingestion just before and just after physical activity. Many like to consume protein bars and A lot of people are forced to squeeze in workouts early in the morning before work. Getting out of bed to lace up your shoes and push yourself is hard enough, especially in those chilly winter months. A smoothie is a fast, easy way to get some whey in you before you head on your way. Customise them with your favourite flavours to optimise your intake.

INGREDIENTS:

1 scoop Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Vanilla Ice Cream 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened) 1 tbsp peanut butter 2 tsp raspberry preserves (Stevia sweetened) 1/4 cup raspberries 1/4 cup black berries 1 cup ice

INSTRUCTIONS:

Blend all ingredients together then enjoy your super shake!

Nutritional Information: Calories: 347 | Protein: 32 g | Carbs: 38 g | Fat: 9.5 g

Recipe sourced from HERE

 

Protein isn’t just for pre-workout power. Sure, it helps you reach great heights in the gym, but it also is a key facet of successful recovery that will help your body prepare to go through the punishment all over again. Post workout supplements will aid you in this quest, but so will these awesome cake bars. Snack on them or even treat them like dessert after a night session to send awesome amino acids to your muscles and suppress your hunger.

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup oat flour ½ cup buckwheat flour 2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup turbinado sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1 egg 1 cup almond milk ? cup unsweetened applesauce ¼ cup plain greek yogurt ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons sugar + 1 teaspoon cinnamon, set aside

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8×8 pyrex or cake pan. Combine dry ingredients (first 7) in a large bowl. Combine remaining ingredients (except sugar + cinnamon) in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until fully incorporated. Pour half the batter into the baking dish. Combine sugar + cinnamon and sprinkle half of the mixture over the batter until the entire surface is covered. Pour remaining batter on top and sprinkle with remaining cinnamon sugar mixture. Take a knife and gently swirl batter around to mix the cinnamon sugar topping into the cake. Bake for about 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Wrap individually and store in refrigerator. NOTES: oat and buckwheat flour can be ground in a food processor or blender from rolled oats and buckwheat groats, respectively. Recipe sourced from HERE

 

This hearty dish is great on its own or as a side for lunch or dinner and offers a unique way to use whey protein powder, along with other protein and carbohydrate benefits that will help you power through your next workout.

INGREDIENTS:

½ lb whole-grain elbow pasta ½ lb chorizo sausage, thinly sliced 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups low sodium chicken broth 14 oz (1 can) diced fire-roasted tomatoes ½ cup unflavored whey protein powder 1 yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup 1% or 2% milk 1 tsp sweet smoked paprika 1 tbsp grapeseed oil or canola oil ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in sausage and garlic; cook until sausage has browned (about 3 minutes). Stir in pasta, broth, tomatoes, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover pan and simmer until pasta is tender (about 12 minutes), stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese, milk and whey protein, and heat until cheese has melted. Serve topped with chopped parsley.

Nutritional Information: Calories: 614 | Protein: 34 g | Carbs: 54 g | Fat: 28 g

Recipe sourced from HERE Read More:

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