Coco Banana Smoothie

Inspired by a smoothie I had at Body Energy Club here in Vancouver where I live, I’ve seriously been hooked ever since (of course I had to re-create it the second I got home, doesn’t everyone do that?). Dates and bananas are great natural sweeteners as they offer runners nutrient dense and easily digested post-run carbohydrates to refill glycogen stores (or …

Coconut Pancakes (gluten-free)

This is a gluten-free pancake recipe that easily rivals any traditional pancake recipe!  While I try to stay away from wheat altogether (it’s been repeatedly hybridized and is usually over-processed), I don’t mind using spelt flour in recipes. However, this recipe tops any spelt versions I’ve tried, so it’s my staple post-long run brunch on the weekend.  Serves 4 (about …