Need A Lil Get up and Go?

This year, my new year’s resolution was sparked by several conversations with my long time and very close friend, Mark. He had decided that 5 am workouts were the best way to go. We both reminded each other of all of the celebrities and inspirational people who developed habits of getting up at 4 and 5 in the morning to start their day. I wanted in! After several weeks of making it to the gym no later than 5:30 am for an hour of cardio, I can honestly say, I’m just about a part of that tribe. I’m loving the get up and go. I’m loving the way I feel afterwards. My sleep quality has always been pretty good, but I think I’m sleeping even better. So far so good!

You might have already gathered that getting up at 5 am is the hardest part. Especially in the middle of winter. Also, since I have no coffee or caffeine habit of any sort, I opted for a natural source of energy. This was easily accomplished with my smoothie/healthy station that I have in my kitchen vs the typical coffee station. Since I was already taking spirulina or wheatgrass shots every morning, I decided that rounding out a simple recipe for an overall punch of energy, vitality and to meet the same needs as the typical pre-work drink. People brag about the tingles, but they also complain about side effects such as jitters and headaches.

A little research confirmed the benefits of most pre-workouts is to provide motivation, stamina, endurance, energy and focus. Adding a serving of homemade sea moss gel and chia seeds seemed like a perfect combo to help meet some of the same benefits. Voila! Tia’s natural pre-work and overall vitality drink was born. Needless to say, I take this EVERY morning, even when I don’t work out. Jitter free, no crashing, etc. For me, the experience has been all good. At first, I’d come home from the gym and take a quick shower and get a nap before logging in for work at 7:30 am, but the past week after taking this cocktail every morning, I come home and get in a little more dancercise and/or cleaning before I start work. I’m clear, alert and full of energy before most people have gotten out of bed and I love.

Sea Moss – is a powerful electrolyte. Studies show it may help improve thyroid function, Mental clarity and focus, physical strength, bone health, digestion and nutrient absorption. It is also shown to hydrate the body and help rebuild tissues. Additional benefits include possible boosts to fertility,

Spirulina – is believed to boost immunity, has anti-inflammatory benefits, boots energy and may also provide antifungal benefits again bad gut bacteria such as candida making it a great supplement to help control and prevent yeast infections.

Chia Seeds – AKA “The Running Food” – it’s high in fiber, protein, omega 3;s, Magnesium, Calcium and other nutrients.

The combo is a powerhouse of goodness for the body, inside and out. I’m already seeing and feeling improvement in my overall feeling of wellbeing, vitality. This cocktail is a quick and easy way for me to help meet many of my nutritional needs, but most importantly feel SO WONDERFUL.

How to make the drink – Add 1 scoop (serving per brand) spirulina, 1.5 tbsp chia seeds and 2 tbsp sea moss gel. Mix well and drink right away.

I usually take it just before I go to the gym and ON AN EMPTY STOMACH to boost better nutrient absorption.

Give it a try and let me know how this cocktail helps you!

From Tia with Love