As you embark on the PBB Energy Boost Challenge to reset your energy levels and create consistency in your exercise routine, here are three energising breakfast recipes that are perfect for fuelling your morning Pilates class.
Baked Overnight Oats
Oats are a fabulous source of protein and fibre, making them a great breakie choice to keep you full and energised. This recipe curated by my lovely friend and BEST home cook, Alex's Kitchen Story, is perfect for busy people because you can prepare it in advance then heat-and-eat on the day. If you have small people under your roof, they will love it too!
Ingredients:
- 200g Oats
- 1 Banana
- 140g Frozen Blueberries
- 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter
- 1 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Cinnamon
- 400ml Milk
Method:
- Pre-heat oven to 180 degrees C.
- Mash banana, and then add all ingredients other than peanut butter into a baking dish and mix well.
- Smooth out the top then drizzle over the peanut butter and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for 40 minutes.
- Leave to cool before slicing if you want clean slices.
Clean Green Smoothie
I try to have a green smoothie 3-4 times a week to flood my body (+ mind + skin) with loads of nutrition. There is such a stigma around green smoothies tasting average, but if you disguise the greens with plenty of other ingredients, you can have your green smoothie tasting as good as a milkshake! Try this one for that effect, as well as an energising, satiating breakie option. Drink this first thing in the morning to ease your digestive system into the day.
Ingredients:
- 1 Banana
- Handful of Frozen Mango or Pineapple
- Handful of Spinach
- Scoop of Nuzest Good Green Vitality
- Scoop of Nuzest Microbiotic Protein
- 1/2 Tbsp Chia Seeds
- 1 Cup Milk/Water (more to blend if needed)
Method:
Blend all the ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth, pour into a large smoothie cup and enjoy the energy that flows!
Good Morning Smoothie
On the days when I wake up craving caffeine (usually thanks to one of my toddlers waking me a little earlier than desired), rather than reaching for a coffee on an empty stomach, I whip up a Good Morning Smoothie instead. The ingredients in this smoothie satisfy the caffeine craving while also nourishing the body with healthy fats, protein and probiotics. This is easier on the digestive system, filling, and provides longer-lasting energy than a straight coffee would. It's also YUMMO!
Ingredients:
- 1 Banana
- Shot of Coffee
- Scoop of Nuzest Clean Lean Protein
- 1 Tbsp Peanut Butter
- 1 Tbsp Greek Yoghurt
- 1/2 Tbsp Hemp Seeds
- Handful of Ice
- 1 x Cup Milk/Water (more to blend if needed)
Method:
Blend all the ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth, pour into a large smoothie cup and enjoy the energy that flows!
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