Pre- and Postworkout Smoothies

When you're working out, it's important to give your body the fuel it needs—both before and after your workout. If you're planning to do any cardiovascular activity, try drinking a carbohydrate-rich smoothie 30 minutes to 2 hours before the activity. After you finish exercising, eat again to refuel and help your muscles repair. A postworkout smoothie should include carbohydrates along with a protein punch, which can increase muscle synthesis. Here are a few pre- and postworkout smoothies to make your workout more effective. Preworkout Sunny Side Up 1½ c orange juice 1 banana 2 tbsp wheat germ 1 c mango chunks, frozen 1 c pineapple chunks, frozen Add ingredients to FourSide or WildSide+ jar in order listed and secure lid. Select "Smoothie" and drink up. Green Pineapple Paradise ¾ c water 2 c pineapple chunks 1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted 2 c spinach ½ c ice cubes Add ingredients to FourSide or WildSide+ jar in order listed and secure lid. Select "Smoothie" and drink up. Green Pineapple Paradise   Postworkout Protein Power Crunch ¾ c milk ¼ c hemp granola 1 banana 1 scoop whey protein 1 c ice Add ingredients to FourSide or WildSide+ jar in order listed and secure lid. Select "Ice Crush" and drink up. Chocolate Peanut Butter Blast 1 c water 2 tbsp peanut butter ¼ c oats 1 scoop chocolate whey protein ¼ c ice Add ingredients to FourSide or WildSide+ jar in order listed and secure lid. Select "Ice Crush" and drink up. What are your favorite pre- and postworkout smoothies?