Wow, that workout was tough but that’s how I like it. Do you like it when it hurts just a little more than it should? Is there something wrong with me? Don’t answer that. Solution Fitness totally stepped it up for my second month of the 12 week program. I think I’m getting my guns back. I better after deadlifting over 100lbs on Monday and pulling a sled with more than 110lbs on it today. My arms were shaking but I finished and it was amazing. Last week I met Chris DeStefano, a member of Solution Fitness, he told me why he loves Joe and his program. Here is what he had to say-

If this sounds like something you would like to be apart of, contact Joe at Solution Fitness and tell him Beth send you.

Do you ever know what to eat after you work out? The purpose of a post-workout meal is to provide fuel and reload the exhausted muscles. So, we need foods that are easily digestible carbs and good quality proteins. It’s a hard choice and the suggestion of chocolate milk never sits well with me. Here are my top 5 post work out snacks.

Whole grain toast, sliced ¼ avocado and a pinch of salt/pepper

Whole grains filled with fiber and a healthy source of carbohydrates. Just the right amount of healthy fat and the salt to replace lost sodium.

Apple and 12 almonds

Consuming a balanced snack is always the right path; pairing an apple with almonds you receive protein, fat and carbohydrates, perfect.

Protein pancakes

I’ll make this for breakfast for the kids and have the leftovers after I workout. Mix 2 eggs, ½ cup rolled oats, , 1/8 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Cook on flat pan (medium heat) until surface bubbles about 45 seconds then flip and cook another 30 seconds. Top with a few fresh berries or ¼ sliced banana. No syrup needed.

Green Monster smoothie

Blend 4 cups spinach, 1 cup almond milk, 1 banana, and 1 tablespoon peanut butter with ice — a favorite in my house any time of day. Great afterschool snack for the kids too.

Leftovers

1 cup cooked protein (from dinner last night), ½ cup cooked veggies, throw them in a pan with a touch of olive oil and a big handful of spinach. Sautee till heated thru and eat!

Blue Barn Kitchen Protein Bar

Yes, shameless promotion. A BBK bar is perfect for the pre and post energy boost. Available at Green Necter Juicery in Millburn NJ, Grassroots Market in Morristown NJ, Morris County and Morristown Carwash Morristown NJ.

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