Indulge in a rich, creamy chocolate mousse that’s secretly packed with nutrition! This Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse blends just five wholesome ingredients into a smooth, satisfying dessert that’s high in protein and fiber. It’s the perfect treat to curb your sweet cravings while keeping your health goals on track. You’d never guess this cottage cheese […]
Research on marathon runners has shown that drinking tart cherry juice can help reduce postrun muscle soreness. If the juice is too tart for your taste, try it in a smoothie like this one, which also uses sweeter fruits like strawberries. Coconut water—the clear liquid found inside coconuts— contains none of the fat found in
There’s more than one way to eat your oatmeal. When you don’t feel like sitting down to a bowl of hot cereal (like after a tough summer run), try adding rolled oats to a smoothie instead. They provide a carb kick and hearty texture that will fill you up. Blend in blueberries for a dose
Who says you can only enjoy pumpkin in the fall? This refreshing, filling smoothie is ideal for recovery after a tough run any time of year. Pumpkin is high in fiber and beta-carotene, an antioxidant that protects eye health. Silken tofu lends a thick consistency and, along with soy milk, provides a nondairy source of
Not only does coffee taste great in smoothies, but it can speed your recovery, too. Research shows that having caffeine and carbohydrates at the same time helps your body restock muscle glycogen stores faster than having carbs alone. Natural cocoa powder—not Dutch-processed or alkalinized—provides anti-inflammatory antioxidants (and chocolatey flavor) for just a few calories. Almonds
Runner’s World contributing chef Pam Anderson likes to fuel up before a run with this healthful smoothie made with Greek yogurt and chocolate soy milk. Plain Greek yogurt has roughly twice the protein and half the sugar of plain traditional yogurt. Using a frozen banana instead of fresh helps chill the smoothie without ice and
