The BEST Post-Workout Smoothies

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We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but do you know which one falls second? If you're a regular at the gym, the first meal after your workout is crucial. Here are some smoothie ideas that are rich with protein, and will also help your body recover from that workout!

The Whey-Too-Good Smoothie

Serves 2

3⁄4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
3⁄4 cup 1% chocolate milk
1⁄4 cup chopped pecans
1⁄2 banana
2 tablespoons low-fat vanilla yogurt
2 teaspoons ground flaxseed
2 teaspoons chocolate whey-protein powder
6 ice cubes