Build a Baller Protein Shake
Most shakes and smoothies are high in sugar and lack a balance of nutrients. These tips can help you build a nutritious, tasty shake that’ll keep you feeling energized on and off the court.
Information provided by Life Time’s expert dietitians and nutritionist.
Base Ingredients
These are the building blocks of your shake.
Liquid | 6-8 ounces
Water; unsweetened nut milks, such as almond, coconut, or cashew; hemp milk; organic, whole-fat cow’s milk; or unsweetened coconut water
Protein | 20 grams or 1-2 scoops
Grass-fed whey, collagen, rice, pea or vegan protein powders
Healthy Fats | 5 grams or 1 tablespoon
Raw nuts, such as walnuts or almonds; nut butter, such as almond, cashew, or sun; flax seeds; chia seeds; avocado; coconut oil or MCT oil
Fiber | 10 grams or 2 tablespoons
Flax seeds, chia seeds, acacia fiber, or fiber powder supplement
Greens | 1 handful or 1 serving of powdered greens
Spinach, kale, or powdered greens
Bonus Ingredients
Fruits & Veggies
banana, berries, mango, pineapple, cherries, lemon, lime, cucumber, celery, carrots, cauliflower, zucchini
Extracts
Vanilla extract, peppermint extract, almond extract
Spices
Pumpkin, turmeric, ginger
Garnishes
Cacao nibs, coconut flakes