Happy Hump Day! So I think I had a bit of the flu bug this Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday (seeing as everyone at work has had something similar). Oddly enough, I feel pretty much back to normal this morning. Whew! That was short lived! I honestly just think my immune system is super strong right now due to a few things:
1. Working with kids: lots of germs = lots of built up immunity to a lot of things
2. More intense workouts: instead of my daily cardio and weight sessions, I've been swapping in some high intensity interval and circuit workouts (think Jillian Michaels style mixed with Insanity). Not only have my muscles been loving it but I have even more energy than ever!
3. Regular sleep: I have made an effort to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night, often times closer to 9. This may be a bit more than the average person needs (7-8), but for me, it's just right =)
4. LOTS of vitamins: I saw a few documentaries a while back that disarmed the thought that you can overdose on vitamins (minerals, however, you can). I think this has made a huge impact on my health and energy levels. Specifically large doses of vitamin C.
5. Obviously eating healthy, but this is a given for us in the Schloemer household. But I am always trying new ways to incorporate MORE fruits and veggies into our meals.
Since we are on the energy topic, I wanted to share an absolutely delicious, kick-you-in-the-butt with energy smoothie I've been drinking the last few days. It is loaded with tons of good vitamins as well as fiber and protein. It will get you moving for sure!
Energy Smoothie
- LARGE handful of spinach
- 5 to 10 small frozen strawberries
- 1/2 banana
- big squirt of lemon juice (or 1/2 fresh lemon)
- 1/3 cup almond milk
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder (or not....either way is tasty)
- Tangerine Emergen-C (I'm sure other citrus flavors would be good too)
*Blend 1-2 minutes or until super smooth. Enjoy with a straw - the only way to drink a smoothie!
1. Working with kids: lots of germs = lots of built up immunity to a lot of things
2. More intense workouts: instead of my daily cardio and weight sessions, I've been swapping in some high intensity interval and circuit workouts (think Jillian Michaels style mixed with Insanity). Not only have my muscles been loving it but I have even more energy than ever!
3. Regular sleep: I have made an effort to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night, often times closer to 9. This may be a bit more than the average person needs (7-8), but for me, it's just right =)
4. LOTS of vitamins: I saw a few documentaries a while back that disarmed the thought that you can overdose on vitamins (minerals, however, you can). I think this has made a huge impact on my health and energy levels. Specifically large doses of vitamin C.
5. Obviously eating healthy, but this is a given for us in the Schloemer household. But I am always trying new ways to incorporate MORE fruits and veggies into our meals.
Since we are on the energy topic, I wanted to share an absolutely delicious, kick-you-in-the-butt with energy smoothie I've been drinking the last few days. It is loaded with tons of good vitamins as well as fiber and protein. It will get you moving for sure!
Energy Smoothie
- LARGE handful of spinach
- 5 to 10 small frozen strawberries
- 1/2 banana
- big squirt of lemon juice (or 1/2 fresh lemon)
- 1/3 cup almond milk
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder (or not....either way is tasty)
- Tangerine Emergen-C (I'm sure other citrus flavors would be good too)
*Blend 1-2 minutes or until super smooth. Enjoy with a straw - the only way to drink a smoothie!
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