If you’re into cleaner ingredients and trying to support your energy, workouts, and recovery without overcomplicating things, this is what I’ve been reaching for. After dealing with low energy and rebuilding my strength, I started paying more attenti...
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PreWorkout Without Jitters
Recovery & Post Workout You Can Take Daily
Vegan Energy Boosters & Supplements That Actually Work
Iron Supplements That Are Easy On your Stomach
PreWorkout Without Jitters
These taste pretty good for no sugar and I like to use something with low to now sugar to get hydrated before a long walk or working out. There's a gum also but chewing gum increases gas so I avoid it PRO TIP: Drink with 8oz of water and then drink 8...
DripDrop Zero Sugar Fast Hydration - Watermelon, Lemon Lime, Peach, and Passion Fruit Electrolyte Powder Drink Mix, 8 Count
These are amazing and actually taste very much like their flavor names. Good for energy, focus and digestion with zero calories so it won't mess with your macros. PRO TIP: Drink 8 oz of water after this to make sure you stay hydrated
Bloom Nutrition Sparkling Energy Drink, Variety, 12 fl oz Cans, 12 Pack
These little mints are good if you don't have time for an energy drink. The taste takes a little getting used to but the effects are unmatched. PRO TIP: 2 of these for a preworkout or 1 for just regular focus outside of that.
NeuroMints Energy & Focus, Peppermint, 12 CT
Peach mango is one of the best flavors and if you can't grab the sparkling drink, this does the trick in no time.
Bloom Nutrition Sugar Free Energy Drink, Peach Mango, 10 Pack
Recovery & Post Workout You Can Take Daily
Easy to swallow and they help me sleep at night. Great for muscle recovery.
Vitamin D helps with muscle recovery, reducing inflammation and injury prevention. You may have a Rx for vitamin D if you have weak or bones with low density but if not, a supplement like this will help.
NatureWise Vitamin D3 2000iu (50 mcg) 1-Year Supply for Immune Support, Healthy Muscle Function, and Bone Health - Non-GMO, Gluten Free in Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, (Mini Softgel), 360 Count
Curcumin is a compound found in turmeric that helps reduce joint pain (arthritis) and if taken regularly I find it helps reduce post workout soreness and my joint pain.
NatureWise Curcumin Turmeric 2250mg - 95% Curcuminoids & BioPerine Black Pepper Extract for Advanced Absorption - Daily Joint and Immune Health Support - Vegan, Non-GMO, 180 Count[60-Day Supply]
This D3+K2 combo improves bone density, reduces fracture risk, supports cardiovascular health, and boosts immune function
NatureWise Vegan Vitamin D3 + K2 - Natural D3 5000IU + Natural Vitamin K2 100mcg - Bone Support - High Absorption with Organic Cold-Pressed Olive Oil - Non-GMOto shop
I can't say enough about the sports fitness brand, I have yet to come across a supplement they have that doesnt do exactly what it claims and more. These vitamin C caps are vegan and GF and may help with muscle damage.
Sports Research Liposomal Vitamin C 1000mg 180 Vegan Caps
These taste great and after a hot day in the sun or a good workout, you have to replenish those electrolytes as quickly as possible and water just won't do it. PRO TIP: I drink one of these packets with 8oz of water then drink another 8oz after it.
DripDrop Electrolyte Powder Drink Mix for Fast Hydration, Juicy Variety, 0.35 oz, 8 Count Packets
Vegan Energy Boosters & Supplements That Actually Work
B12 is great for energy and keeps you going naturally. I take these in the morning with food.
NatureWise Vitamin B12 1000 mcg - Dietary Supplement for Supporting Energy Metabolism, Mental Clarity, Nervous System Health - Easy-to-Swallow, Soy & Gluten-Free, Non-GMO - 60 Softgels[60-Day Supply]
Mary Ruth's never misses. If you don't like pills, this spray makes it easier to take and this taste pretty good. They also provide a natural boost of energy which I like.
MaryRuth Organics Vitamin B Complex 2 Month
Hands down one of the best D3+K2 supplements I've tried and the added MCT oil
Sports Research Vitamin D3 + K2 5000iu 60ct
Iron Supplements That Are Easy On your Stomach
If you don't do iron pills or find they are too harsh on your stomach, try this liquid. My grandmother (a nurse of 30+ years) had me take this as a teenager because it helps you build iron naturally. It works for any age and is easy on the digestive ...
Floravital® Iron + Herbs Liquid Herbal Supplement - 8.5 oz
These are very easy on the stomach but I always eat something with it just in case. It may be different for everyone but after having some low iron issues, I saw an increase in my hemoglobin levels after 5 weeks, these pills work. PRO TIP: Take with ...