We’ve got the spice on how turmeric can support your post-workout recovery + bonus smoothie recipe
Let’s talk about the connection between post-workout routines and turmeric. Yep, the golden spice hailed as a miracle worker for everything from inflammation to Instagram-worthy lattes.
We all know, in the fitness world, what you do post-sweat sesh is just as important as the workout itself. Recovery isn't just a luxury; it's the secret sauce to muscle gains, performance boosts, and overall wellness. And that's where our superfood blends, starring turmeric as the MVP, come in.
The lowdown on muscle recovery
Before we jump into the benefits of turmeric, it’s worth clarifying what it means to have a good post-workout recovery. Recovery after a gym, bike ride or dance-in-your-bedroom sesh isn’t just about kicking back with a protein shake. It’s about muscle repair, glycogen refuelling and especially dodging any injuries. If you skip out on proper recovery, you might just sit on the sidelines for a while with more aches than gains.
So, what’s the key to a good post-workout routine then?
Pumping yourself with all the right nutrients to aid recovery and maximise muscle repair. According to National Institutes of Health the post-exercise period is the most critical part of nutrient timing, with the body being most receptive to nutrients within 30 minutes post-exercise.
Experts recommend a 3:1 ratio of carbohydrates to protein for optimal recovery, alongside hydration to restore lost fluids and electrolytes.
Now we know about post-workout muscle recovery, what does turmeric have to do with it?
Turmeric, with its golden colour and warming touch to both savoury or sweet dishes and drinks, boasts potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Incorporating turmeric into daily routines can benefit fitness enthusiasts (like you) with many health advantages, including:
- Regulating blood pressure
- Enhancing intestinal health
- Bolstering the immune system
- Warding off cold symptoms
- Maintaining optimal cholesterol levels
So, how does Flowstate help you use turmeric for post-workout recovery?
At Flowstate, we’re quite the champions of turmeric benefits, so we thought, why not make revolutionary coffee blend elixirs that are pumped with all the good stuff?
We went ahead and mixed turmeric with other legends like MCT oil, L-Theanine, and Siberian Ginseng to create the best go-to brew post-sweat sesh. Adding turmeric to Flowstate coffee has helped many workout lovers to reduce inflammation, fight oxidative stress, and support overall wellness.
You’ve read this far! Here’s our simple post-workout smoothie recipe to try using Flowstate coffee
Flowstate isn't just for sipping by itself; it's also our secret ingredient to level up your post-workout protein smoothie game.
Try this mouthwatering Flowstate ‘Fusion Fuel’ Smoothie recipe:
- 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
- 1 sachet of Hazelnut Mocha Flowstate Coffee
- 1 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or tahini
Blend it all up, and bam! You've got yourself a nutrient-packed smoothie that's not only going to help you recover faster but also gets you pumped for your next workout.
With Flowstate, every sip brings you one step closer to peak performance and feeling like a champ. So next time you finish your workout, reach for a cup of Flowstate or add it to your protein smoothie for a delicious and beneficial muscle recovery drink.
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