After a workout, your body is depleted of nutrients and needs to be refueled. Eating a healthy snack or meal within 30 minutes of working out can help to replenish your energy levels, repair muscle tissue, and boost your immune system. Some of the nutrients that are most important for post-workout recovery include protein, carbohydrates, and fluids. Protein helps to repair and rebuild muscle tissue, carbohydrates provide energy, and fluids help to prevent dehydration. Here we share how to make that post workout meal fun with popsicles. These post workout popsicle recipes are perfect to consume on a hot summer’s day.
3 Post Workout Popsicle Recipes
Watermelon-Peach Popsicles
These refreshing popsicles are made with fresh watermelon and peaches, and they’re a great way to cool down after a workout. They’re also packed with vitamins and minerals, making them a healthy treat.
ingredients
1 cup cubed watermelon + 1 scoop RESCUE (RESCUE is optional if you don’t have it on hand)
1 cup cubed peaches
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup honey
instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Protein-Packed Chocolate Popsicles
These chocolate popsicles are made with protein powder, which can help to repair and rebuild muscle tissue after a workout. They’re also sweetened with honey, which is a natural sugar that provides sustained energy.
ingredients
1 cup milk or nondairy vanilla milk
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 scoop protein powder
1/4 cup honey
instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Green Machine Popsicles
These green machine popsicles are made with spinach, banana, and avocado, which are all packed with nutrients that are beneficial for post-workout recovery. They’re also sweetened with honey, which provides a natural source of energy.
ingredients
1 cup spinach
1 banana
1/2 avocado
1/4 cup honey
instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
