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Whether your goal is to stand on the podium or simply feel a little better at the end of each day, it’s never a bad idea to start eating healthier. But that doesn’t mean you have to (or should) say goodbye to dessert. Honestly, that just seems like living in misery.
While dessert isn’t necessarily meant to be health food, it can certainly be made with a better-for-you spin and deliver the nutrition you need to recover well. Yes, eating your dessert after a workout can be a good thing, and undeniably makes every drop of sweat you shed worth it. The key to success is choosing the best homemade desserts that will work in your favor in terms of recovery nutrition. It’s not about depriving yourself – after all, if you have an overall healthy diet, there is plenty of room for a treat here and there. Everything in moderation, right?
This collection of tasty desserts has something for everyone and every type of workout. Grab a spoon, pick your sweet treat and dig in!
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1. Fruit Crisp
If you think about it, fruit crisp…
