Back in December, my running friend took me for a smoothie at a local cafe. It was a perfectly delicious way to celebrate our long run. After that, I really looked forward to those post-run smoothies.
This summer I started making my own smoothies. First I bought pre-made packets and just added milk, because I had no idea where to begin. Then after researching smoothie recipes, I began using my own ingredients. I found a really simple HOW TO graphic on Pinterest that was helpful.
When I found out that I was selected to participate in the FitFluential campaign for Designer Whey I was super excited because a boost was the only ingredient missing from my homemade smoothies. I learned a long time ago that consuming protein after a workout helps aid in the recovery process.
When I opened the box I discovered that Designer Whey sent me their new product, Sustained Energy, to try in two flavors: Vanilla Bean and Chocolate Velvet.
From the website:
Designer Whey® Sustained Energy™ is specifically formulated with our proprietary Endurance Blend™. Designed to give you balanced, stimulant-free, sustained energy through fast absorbing whey protein and slower absorbing soy and casein proteins, giving you a steady supply of essential amino acids while helping you control hunger with fiber. Packed with 16 grams of protein, 5 grams of fiber and 19 Essential Vitamins & Minerals and naturally flavored and sweetened – all for only 100-good-for-you calories!I don't know about you, but after my long runs sometimes it's all I can do to stay awake. All I want to do is take a nice long nap! Designer Whey Sustained Energy turned out to be the perfect product for me to try.
Judging one's own energy level for changes is hard. I've made a couple of batches of smoothies and one treat, and here is what I can tell you:
- I did not take a nap or feel like taking a nap after my 9 mile long run.
- After dental work, I almost always take a nap. Instead I had a smoothie. No nap!
- Rainy days usually make me sleepy. Not the day I ate some of my frozen treats.
Here are some of my protein recipes. Feel free to pin :)
Designer Whey would like to give you a chance to try Sustained Energy for yourself. To enter for a chance to win, leave a comment telling me which flavor you would like to try. I will randomly select 6 winners and announce in my blog post on Monday August 19th.
Love your chocolate pb cups!!!! I've been making smoothies quite a bit as well! ;) Great post!
ReplyDeleteThose chocolate pb cups looks delicious!! I have been dying to try Designer Whey and would love to try the chocolate flavor :)
ReplyDeleteLove the new recipes! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI am a chocolate fiend!!! So I would definitely try the chocolate flavor.
ReplyDeleteVanilla bean flavor :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try Chocolate!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try Vanilla bean! :)
ReplyDeleteI would totally love to try the Vanilla Bean- I love a good protein smoothie after a long run
ReplyDeleteI want to try chocolate velvet. Sounds soooo good!
ReplyDeleteI want to try the chocolate :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to try Vanilla bean!
ReplyDeleteI would like to try the Vanilla!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely trying those peanut butter cups!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat recipes :) Chocolate anything is always good :) Thanks for the review!
ReplyDeleteThose smoothies all look good.
ReplyDeleteI'm not midwestern, but I lived in the midwest and before that, the south, for my entire life before moving to New England. Talk about culture shock. I can't wait to read more of your blog!
I would like to try the Vanilla Bean
ReplyDeleteI'm a plain ol' Vanilla girl myself so I'd like to try the Vanilla Bean
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try the vanilla bean! thanks & your recipes look & sound delish! xo
ReplyDeleteVanilla Bean A good vanilla is so much better than a chocolate.
ReplyDeleteChocolate velvet, please!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love whey protein and I have been dying to try the chocolate
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I soooo want to try the Vanilla flavor!!! And I agree with everyone...those PB cups look scrumptious!!
ReplyDeleteWould love to try either flavor!!! I'm not picky ;)
ReplyDeleteVanilla!
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I'd like to win Vanilla bean.
ReplyDeleteVanilla would be super cool!
ReplyDeletei want to try vanilla bean!
ReplyDeleteI would like to try the, uh, chocolate flavor
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try the chocolate!! :)
ReplyDeleteMmm... those pictures are making me drool! Think the chocolate would be great.
ReplyDeleteChocolate velvet!! Yummm
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You are a winner. Please email me your mailing address by 10AM Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! You're a winner. Please email me your mailing address by 10AM Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteCongrats! You are a winner. Please email me your mailing address by 10AM Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteYou are a winner. Please email me your mailing address by 10AM Wednesday. Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongrats! You're a winner. Please email me your mailing address by 10AM Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteYou're a winner. Please email me your mailing address by 10AM Wednesday. Congrats!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try Vanilla Bean. Vanilla is good to mix with anything!!! :)
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