Super Protein Shake

The main benefit of protein shakes is the fuel they provide to help build up strength after training. 

Research shows that protein supplements, along with a strength training routine, build and conserve muscle tissue as well as increase strength.

Protein for Digestion

While a calorie deficit is the most important part of losing weight (burning more calories than you eat), making your diet higher in protein can help to preserve your muscle mass and target fat loss.   

Additionally, protein slows down the digestive process, which gives you a feeling of being full longer after you eat. This can decrease overeating and help with weight loss.

Taking Protein Before Bed

We all want to avoid those post-workout feeling and ensuring you’re getting enough protein can help with that. Protein helps to rebuild muscle after a workout by muscle protein synthesis, so that they’re ready to take on your next workout, and having a hit of protein before bed can improve this.

Protein Shakes Boost Metabolism

Because using protein shakes gives muscles the fuel they need to build and repair, the body will target fat burning during workouts. Consistent workouts and protein in the diet increases lean mass, which requires more calories for fuel – and long term, increases your metabolism.

Protein Shakes are Convenient

Rather than roasting a whole chicken, or soaking lentils overnight, how about simply adding powder to water and shaking it up? It’s easy to use at home, at work, or on the go. 

Protein powder is a pure source of protein that’s also low in fats and carbs (unlike some other food sources).

Protein Shake Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup frozen strawberries and bananas any kind of fruit works
• 1 serving vanilla protein powder we used Garden of Life Whey
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt we used 2%
• 1/2 – 1 cup plain, unsweetened almond milk

INSTRUCTIONS 

• Add all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender.
• Blend on high for 1 minute, stopping to scrape the sides, if needed. Add more almond milk to thin things out as needed.
• Serve immediately.

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