Jo Morrison, health impact coach, says, “Juicing floods the body with essential vitamins, minerals and proteins that can be absorbed within 15-20 minutes of consumption and without overloading digestion. Always have a supply of beetroot, celery and cucumber; University of Exeter research found that nitrate contained in beetroot makes exercise less tiring. Celery and cucumber aid hydration, and coconut water has an isotonic effect – replacing fluids and minerals lost when the body exercises.” Try Jo’s top three juices for runners – for more, visit www.juicyjos.co.uk.
THE WORKOUT WARRIOR
Mint
Pineapple
Apple
Celery
Cucumber
Beetroot (fresh, uncooked)
Slice of lime {skin removed)
Avocado
1tsp protein powder
Add the above to a blender and blitz together for a quick energy boost packed with minerals.
JUICING G&T
Apple
Chunk of ginger
Slice of lemon
Small piece of turmeric
Make up a batch, pour into ice trays and put in the freezer – then take one out daily, melt in a glass, and enjoy. Ginger and turmeric are anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory, amongst other things, so may assist with any aches and pains sustained after training.
POST-WORKOUT SMOOTHIE
Half an avocado
Banana
Slice of pineapple
Passion fruit
Ginger
Cup of almond milk or coconut water
1tsp protein powder
Blueberries
1tsp maca powder
1sp manuka honey
Blend these all together until smooth. Contains muscle-replenishing protein, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory elements.