Post workout smoothie recipes with the goodness

A lot of times the terms weight gainer and mass gainer are used interchangeably. Although both of them are quite similar, but there are still certain differences that you need to know before including any new weight gainer or mass gainer in your fitness routine. 

A weight gainer is typically a high-calorie supplement designed to help individuals consume more calories than they burn, promoting weight gain. These products often contain a mix of macronutrients, including proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. A mass gainer is also similar, but if your fitness goal is to gain mass including both muscle and fat, then adding a high quality mass gainer would be beneficial. 

Diet plan for weight gain 

There is no single diet plan for weight gain which will suit everyone. Ideally, you need to get in touch with a professional dietician to get your diet plan for weight gain customized. Here is a sample that you can follow – 

Breakfast

• Whole grain toast with peanut butter
• Greek yogurt with honey and mixed berries
• Banana

Mid-Morning Snack

• Handful of mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
• Dried fruits (raisins, apricots)

Lunch

• Grilled chicken or tofu sandwich on whole grain bread with avocado and mayonnaise
• Quinoa or brown rice salad with mixed vegetables (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber)

Afternoon Snack

• Cheese and whole grain crackers
• Weight gainer smoothie 
• Hummus with carrot and cucumber sticks
• Fresh fruit (apple, pear, or banana)

Dinner

• Baked or grilled salmon or chicken breast
• Sweet potato or whole grain pasta
• Steamed broccoli or green beans
• Olive oil or butter for added calories

Evening Snack

• Cottage cheese with pineapple chunks
• Whole grain toast with almond butter
• Trail mix with nuts and dried fruits

Before Bed

• Greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey
• Warm milk or weight gainer shake 

Post workout smoothies with GNC weight gainer 

Chocolate and banana smoothie 

Chocolate and banana are two flavors that blend seamlessly with each other. You can add your favorite nut butter to this recipe to give it a super-creamy texture. The best part is that it is gluten-free and you can use any plant-based milk to make it a vegan recipe. Have it post workout to get that lost energy back and to replenish your muscles. 

Ingredients 

• 1 frozen banana 
• 1 tsp honey or any other sweetener (optional) 
• 2 scoops GNC Pro Performance Bulk 1340 (double chocolate)
• 1 cup soy milk (or any other milk of your choice) 
• 2 tsp hemp seeds 
• 2 tbsp peanut butter (or any other nut butter of choice)  

Method 

• Put all the ingredients in a high-speed blender jar and blend well for 1 minute or until you get smoothie-like consistency. 
• If the consistency is too thick, you can add water and blend again. 
• Adjust the sweetness as per your liking. 
• Transfer to a glass, add ice if needed, and enjoy 

Tropical pineapple smoothie 

On days when you crave a delicious pina colada on the beach, but want to take care of your fitness and sugar intake this smoothie will come to your rescue. It has a delicious and creamy taste of tangy pineapple coupled with the powerhouse of antioxidants, strawberries. And add to that the sweetness of coconut milk to make a delicious and beneficial post workout smoothie. You can replace the weight gainer with mass gainer or your favorite whey protein as well. 

Ingredients 

• ½ frozen banana 
• 1 cup strawberries (washed and diced) 
• 2 scoops GNC AMP Gold Series Mass XXX (vanilla) 
• 1 cup coconut milk (or any other milk of choice)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional)

Method 

• Put all the ingredients in a blend jar and blend well until you get a smoothie-like consistency. 
• If it is too thick, add more coconut milk/ water and blend again. 
• Transfer to a glass and enjoy it chilled. 

Green power smoothie 

We all know how important green leafy vegetables are. But a lot of times we tend to not eat enough. Include this delicious green smoothie in your routine, as a post workout snack or even for breakfast and get all the benefits of weight gainer supplement. It tastes so delicious and creamy that you won’t believe it has lots of greens as its main ingredient. It is gluten free, soy free, and has no added sugar, so you can enjoy it without any guilt or compromising your fitness. 

Ingredients 

• 1 ripe banana 
• 1 ½ cups spinach 
• 1 cup oats milk 
• 1 tsp chia seeds 
• 2 scoops GNC Gold Series Whey Protein Advanced (vanilla)
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• ½ green apple 

Method 

• In a high speed blender jar, put all the ingredients and blend well for 1 minute or until you get a creamy smoothie-like consistency. 
• Adjust the consistency and sweetness as per your liking. 
• Transfer to a glass, add ice, and enjoy it chilled. 

Carrot cake smoothie 

Carrot cake is a favorite of many. The creamy texture and the sweetness in taste are completely irresistible. But when you are on a fitness journey, you cannot let desserts become an obstacle in your way. With this easy-to-make smoothie recipe, you get the goodness of both taste and health – the taste of carrot cake and the health benefits of a weight gainer supplement. Add it to your diet plan for weight gain and have it post-workout as a delicious recovery drink. 

Ingredient 

• 2-3 dates (pitted)
• ½ cup Greek yogurt 
• ½ cup water 
• 2 large carrots 
• 1 tsp honey (optional)
• Pinch of cinnamon 
• Pinch of nutmeg 
• 2 scoops GNC Pro Performance 100% Weight Gainer (vanilla)
• 1 tsp chia seeds 

Method 

• In a high-speed blender jar, put all the ingredients and blend well for 1 minute or until you get a creamy smoothie-like consistency. 
• Adjust the consistency and sweetness as per your liking. 
• Transfer to a glass, add ice, and enjoy it chilled. 

Chocolate avocado smoothie 

Avocado is a great source of good fats and you should try to include it in various recipes like dips, in a sandwich, or in salads. But did you know that adding avocado to a smoothie will be a game changer for you? The creaminess of avocado takes the texture of the smoothie a notch higher. If you are looking for healthy mid-meal snacks to add to your diet plan for weight gain, consider including smoothies. This smoothie is so rich and creamy that you’ll think you are having a delicious dessert but minus the guilt. 

Ingredients 

• 1 ripe banana 
• 1 tsp honey or any other sweetener 
• 2 tsp cocoa powder 
• 2 scoops GNC Pro Performance Bulk 1340 (double chocolate)
• ½ avocado 
• 1 tsp chia seeds 
• ½ cup almond milk (or any other milk of choice)

Method 

• Put all the ingredients in a high-speed blender jar and blend well for 45 seconds. 
• If the consistency is too thick, you can add water and blend again for a few seconds. 
• Transfer to a glass and enjoy!