Fuel Up and Recover Post Workout with the nutribullet Flip™

Whether you’re hitting the gym, attending an aquatics class, or tackling the trails, one thing is certain: giving your body the right ingredients before or afterwards can make all the difference in your workout performance and your body’s ability to recover. Smoothies, with their convenience, nutritional benefits, and adaptability in meeting individual needs are an excellent solution for fueling your workouts and recovery while on-the-go. And with the nutribullet Flip™, fueling and replenishing is a whole lot easier.

Here are some important things to consider when it comes to fueling your next work-out with your Flip:

Pre-workout fuel. The body’s preferred source of fuel is carbohydrates and without enough in the tank, yours will not perform optimally. About 30 minutes before working-out, have a carbohydrate-rich mini meal or snack, along with a little bit of protein. You’ll want to be mindful to not have too much fat or fiber before a tough sweat session, as they can both slow digestion and interfere with your workout performance. 

Post-workout recovery. Post workout, your body is like a sponge primed for absorbing nutrients. Aim to refuel 15-60 minutes after exercising, with nutrient-rich carbohydrates, protein, and anti-inflammatory fats in the mix. Including all three macronutrients in your post-workout refuel will help replenish energy expended during training, repair muscle tissue, and support recovery. 

Hydration is key. Adequate hydration is essential for peak performance and recovery. Unfortunately, our body’s thirst mechanism isn’t the most reliable in terms of indicating hydration status, so it’s important to stay on top of it. Smoothies offer hydration alongside their nutritional benefits and help to meet your fluid needs while also providing natural sources of electrolytes. 

The Flip is a great tool for making both pre-workout and post-workout shakes! Here are two of our favorite recipes to get you started!

Beetberry Boost Smoothie. This pre-workout pick-me-up combines hydrating coconut water, antioxidant-rich blueberries, and beets, which are rich in nitrates — compounds shown to support blood flow and muscle contraction in the body. In other words: this will help to support your workout performance. 

Chocolate Chill Smoothie. With carbs, protein, and healthy fats, this yummy recovery shake is just what your body will crave post-sweat. 

By using hydrating ingredients, fueling with protein and complex carbs, and including nutrient-rich fruits and veggies, you can create smoothies that support your fitness goals both before and after your workout.