Having worked 25 hours over the last two days, I have welcomed a stress-free Sunday with open arms (and an empty tum).
Lacking in energy and motivation, I just whizzed up a delish mix of overly-ripe banana (1 and a half - the other half was a tad too far on the brown and gross side) and leftover kefir that needed to be used up. Perhaps it doesn't sound so appealing written in words, but it was the perfect pick-me-up for today! Nutritional values of this smoothie can be found here.
I've steered away from my daily banana fix recently, alongside a momentary lapse in my regular fitness routine. I haven't exercised in about 5 days, which for me is almost unheard of!
Anyway. I tend to choose bananas as my fruit-of-choice when it comes to pre-exercise snacking, given the fact that, compared to other fruits, they naturally have a higher calorie count due to their high sugar and carb content, with a medium sized banana totalling around 105cals.
This, of course, is what makes bananas so appealing prior to exercising, or as a quick morning sugar fix. They are also rich in potassium, a mineral that is necessary for nerve and muscle functioning (massive pro when it comes to exercising!). Potassium is also an essential nutrient to alleviate stress; combined with mood-boosting tryptophan and vitamin B6 (a vitamin for glucose regulation), bananas can also help to ease the pain of PMS, and sub-SAD (as discussed in a previous post).
I have promised to myself that I will make the time to exercise today. I have the day off, and my body is now prepared with a lining of bananany-goodness - thus, no excuses!
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