| Hi folks, Recently, a buddy of mine with kids in high school sports asked for my input on getting his kids to eat collagen before training sessions. He's got a family history of joint injuries, possibly a genetic need for higher collagen intake. Research shows that taking collagen half an hour before a workout increases collagen deposition into the connective tissue and strengthens ligaments and tendons. He's trying to get ahead of any potential problems in his kids, but they simply won't take straight collagen in water. I came up with this smoothie recipe: - Handful of crushed ice
- 1 cup whole milk (could also do coconut milk or any plant "milk" of your choice, if you must)
- Half a ripe banana, half a green banana
- 2 scoops Snickerdoodle Collagen Fuel
- 2-3 Tbsp cream
- 2 egg yolks
- Pinch or two of salt
- Half tsp of cinnamon
- Sweetener to taste (honey, maple syrup, monk fruit, etc)
The result is a rich creamy milkshake that will provide the collagen and energy a young athlete needs to get through a training session and fortify connective tissue. Now, this is a dense smoothie. It's intended for hard charging athletes, ideally growing athletes. But you can always adjust things as needed. Want lower carbs? Do a whole green banana instead of half a ripe one. Want fewer calories? Drop the cream. | 
