I’m so excited and honored to be able to share these amazing, post-workout Lorna Jane healthy recipes with you! These are recipes from her book, More of the ‘Fit Woman’s Secrets’, and if you haven’t read it yet I encourage you to do it!  It’s very inspiring and motivational, I couldn’t put it down!

Lorna Jane is one of my favorite activewear designers and overall fitness-inspiration. She came into my studio recently to spend the day with me and it was so much fun.  Her motto of “Move, Nourish, Believe” is incredibly simple yet so often overlooked.  This idea encourages you to MOVE your body and be active, NOURISH it with healthy foods, and BELIEVE in yourself every single day.

To nourish OUR bodies, we made two deliciously healthy post-workout treats from her book.

We made the recovery drink that is full of flavor and healthy nutrients that helps replenish you after a workout and energy bars that give you power and help re-fuel your body.

Here is the Recovery Drink:

Makes 2 servings.

• 1/2 lemon, juiced and zest
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• 3 medjool dates, pitted
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp vanilla protein powder
• 1 tsp wakame or dulse
• 1 Tbsp coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp maca powder
• 2 cups of water OR coconut water

Put all the ingredients into a blender or Vita-mix and blend until smooth.  Serve with ice.

Note: Don’t be discouraged by the sea vegetable, they do not have a strong flavor in this drink, however if you don’t have any you can easily omit it from the recipe!

Macros Per Serving (includes the coconut water):
Calories: 263.9
Carbs: 48.3 g
Net Carbs: 42.6 g
Fat: 7.6 g
Protein: 5.2 g

Note: Will vary depending on the brand and type of protein powder that’s used.

Here is the Energy Bars Recipe:

Makes 12 servings.

• 2 cups macadamias
• 1 cup raw unsalted cashews
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups medjool dates, pitted (approx. 16)
• 1 Tbsp vanilla paste
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 cup finely shredded coconut
• 1 or 2 Tbsp of coconut oil

Topping suggestions:

• goji berries & hazelnuts
• coconut flakes & dried blueberries
• pepitas & cocao nibs

1. Soak the dates in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes to let them soften, then drain the water.
2. In a food processor, blend the macadamias, cashews and oats into a fine crumb.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until mix can be pressed into a ball in your hand.  If it’s too dry, add more coconut oil 1 Tbsp at a time.
4. Very firmly press the mix onto a baking tray with the palms of your hands.
5. Set in the freezer for 10-15 minutes or until firm. Press desired toppings on the top and return to freezer to harden and then portion them into 12 individual bars.

**store in freezer to keep firm consistency

Macros Per Serving (toppings not included):
Calories: 422.5
Carbs: 37.6 g
Net Carbs: 30.8 g
Fat: 30.8 g
Protein: 5.8 g

Did you try them?!?! Aren’t they delicious? In the comments below tell us if you made these recipes and enjoyed the healthy post-workout desserts!