Protein Shake for P90x Level I
- Carbohydrate 71.3983636363636 g
- Cholesterol 56.537 mg
- Fat 2.75903181818182 g
- Fiber 5.29999986290932 g
- Protein 32.0174318181818 g
- Saturated Fat 1.30533090909091 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (631g)
- Sodium 318.361 mg
- Sugar 66.0983637734543 g
- Trans Fat 1.06219590909091 g
- Calories 421 calories
Step-by-step
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Protein powder can be any brand that is similar to Beachbody`s Whey Protein Powder.
- Level 1 = 1 protein, 1 dairy, 1 fruit
- 290 Calories (kcal) Ingredients : 1 cup skim milk, 1 scoop protein powder, 1/2 cup berries, 1/2 cup banana, 1/2 cup ice
Throwing all ingredients into a blender haphazardly often results in powdery clumps trapped beneath the blades and an unpleasantly gritty texture. Achieving a truly uniform consistency requires understanding how your appliance handles density. Liquid must always go into the canister first, establishing a vortex that pulls the protein powder and solid fruits downward into the rotating blades without stalling the motor.
Mastering Equipment and Blending Mechanics
Standard household countertop blenders operate best when high-speed purées run for exactly forty-five seconds to dissolve whey solids completely. If your appliance struggles with frozen fruit or ice cubes, substitute crushed ice or chilled liquid to reduce strain on the motor while maintaining a cold serving temperature below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Layering the soft banana pieces directly against the protein powder acts as a buffer, preventing airborne dust from coating the lid and upper walls of the container.
Managing Prep and Storage Logistics
Consuming this beverage immediately after processing preserves maximum volume and prevents the fruit fibers from separating out into a watery layer. Although fresh preparation is ideal, blending the skim milk, fruit, and protein powder ahead of time and storing the sealed container in the refrigerator for up to twelve hours remains viable if you shake vigorously before drinking. Freezing leftovers into popsicles offers an alternative second-day transformation when texture degradation makes re-blending unappealing.
