As a daily part of your diet, along with regular exercise, protein shakes help support muscle growth and repair leading to an increase in muscle mass and strength over time. Here are a few protein shake recipes you can treat yourself with after hitting the weights or enjoying a good yoga session:
Classic Chocolate Banana Protein Shake:
1 scoop chocolate protein powder1 ripe banana
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter
Ice cubes (optional) Blend all ingredients until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
Berry Blast Protein Shake:
1 scoop vanilla or berry-flavored protein powder
1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavored)
1/2 cup spinach leaves (optional)
1/2 cup water or coconut water
Honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness) Blend until smooth. Add ice cubes for a colder shake.
Green Protein Power Shake:
1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
1 cup spinach or kale leaves
1/2 ripe avocado
1/2 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup coconut water or almond milk
Juice of half a lime
Ice cubes (optional) Blend all ingredients until creamy and smooth.
Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake:
1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
1 ripe banana
1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) Blend until smooth and creamy. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Feel free to adjust these recipes based on your taste preferences and dietary needs. You can also add extras like chia seeds, flaxseeds, oats, or even a handful of spinach for an extra nutrient boost. So, elevate your fitness in SAINA athleisure and then recover with a healthy protein shake!
