Now that Beta Red Orange is readily available we've been experimenting with it in some of our favorite recipes. This refreshing, citrus smoothie is perfect for getting easily digestible carbs, protein, and fat before a hard workout. It's also high in potassium and vitamins A, C, and B6 to help keep you healthy. Orange juice, mangos, bananas, tumeric, ...
This gluten-free Morning Harvest Muffin recipe from Crystal Anthony is great pre-workout or any other time you want a serving of veggies and healthy carbs and fats.
I'm a smoothie junkie. There, I said it. I like smoothies for breakfast before hard training since I don't perform well immediately after eating solid food and I'm a notoriously late sleeper and am usually rushed to get out the door. I also prefer a good smoothie recipe over commercial "recovery" drinks, which are typically little more than refined sugar and protein.
Emanuela Bandol knows all about training endurance; she's raced 8 Ironmans, 16 half Ironmans, countless Olympic Distance triathlons and marathons, the AG 2017 ITU Off-Road Triathlon World Champion—and a whole lot more. So, when she shares a recipe with us, we know it's worth sharing. Enjoy!
Thanksgiving can be a meal that's as healthy as it is delicious. Try including these vegan and vegetarian recipes shared with us by Real Athlete Diets into your feast for a fresh take on the holidays.
