Today I was a little rushed in the morning because I prolonged my shower . So I grabbed something simple for a snack and ran out the door after breakfast. My snack which was a larabar was very tasty, and convenient of course.
When I got home I was pretty hungry. My lunch wasnt much, 5oz natural turkey, 2 small pieces of bread, and an orange. Enough to fill you up but not from 11:00am to 3:00pm. So I made a coffee shake before my run.
Sean’s Coffee Shake
The first ingredient I always add to my shake is low fat milk. This is so the harder/powdery stuff doesn’t stick to the blender. Low fat milk is a liquid protein that plays the base of our shake. You can use soy milk for the vegan option, or water if you want to trim 80cals.
The next ingredient I add is almond butter which is your healthy fatty acids. I usually use 365, or blue diamond almond butter. Almond butter is semi healthier than peanut butter, and gives the shake that nice almond taste.
For a complex carbohydrate I use Quaker quick oatmeal. This will give the shake texture and give you long lasting energy for your runs or workouts.
Instant coffee for that caffeine kick we always want. It also makes the coffee shake taste like coffee, duh . Add enough coffee to meet your needs. I usually add 1-2 tbsp.
1 scoop vanilla whey protein, I use whey protein which is from milk, you can use soy, or almond milk in place for vegetarian options. This is your main source of protein.
Once everythings in the blender, blend for 60 seconds into a dark “coffee shade” liquid.
Pour and enjoy the delicious, sustained energy shake!
After my 4 mile run, which went ok. I was a bit congested but 10x better than Tuesday. I had a Clif bar. After I munched down my snack I did a small upper body workout downstairs.
Shortly after my workout mom came home with Greek salad and hummus for dinner, Yum!
A very colorful assortment of delicious veggies.
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