Wednesday 12 March 2014

Fitness Juices to build stamina and endurance



Exercising regularly does not mean you are getting the maximum benefits. Nutrition is a critical component of any exercise or fitness programme – get it right and you can maximise the results” – says our nutritional expert, Christine Bailey.
Incorporating organic, cold-pressed juices into your daily diet ensures that you are getting all essential vitamins and minerals instantly as they reach your blood stream much quicker than food being digested.
Here are some examples of what juices can help you with your exercise regime and why these are so good for you:

1.     Bananas, beetroot and apples
This combination helps to exercise up to 16% longer.
Bananas and apples improve energy
Beetroot: Drinking fresh beetroot before exercising can help improve your stamina and endurance. The naturally-occurring nitrate in beetroot juice was shown to lead to reduced oxygen uptake, which made exercise less tiring to study participants (according to a study by the University of Exeter in 2009).

2.     Carrots, beetroot, garlic and ginseng powder
Carrot: The juice gives an instant pick-me-up feeling while providing you with lasting energy for your workout. High levels of beta-carotene - an antioxidant that may help oxygenate the blood, brain and body tissues.
Ginseng: Adding 1 teaspoon of Ginseng powder will increase some strength, energy and stamina for their workout too.

3.     Carrots, cherry, apples and ginger 
Cherry contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents. It can ease muscle and joint pains and it is believed to promote muscle strength.

4.     Grapes and ginger shots
Grapes are a great as energy boosters. The iron in them works well against fatigue.
Ps. The fruit is also good for the heart and helps with fighting premature ageing.

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