Healthy Watermelon Drinks for the Active & Adventurous

This post is sponsored by The National Watermelon Board However, all opinions, ideas and enthusiasm are completely my own.

Cheers to watermelon, it’s my favorite fruit to eat . . . and drink! I love watermelon anywhere and any time of year. With the last long weekend of summer approaching, I’m sharing some Healthy Watermelon Drinks for the Active & Adventurous to keep you hydrated weather you’re tubing down a river on Labor Day or on a swishing down a mountain later this winter.

Healthy Watermelon Drinks for the Active and Adventurous

This watermelon drink round-up includes a brand-new addition for your enjoyment – Watermelon Apple Cinnamon Switchel.  Read on to get all the juicy, good news about drinking watermelon and, the back story on making the Switchel (the flavors were picked by YOU), and, of course, my yummy watermelon recipes mixed up with whole food goodness and a sprinkle of my “living on the wedge” craziness. Continue reading

I Love Watermelon Everywhere – Recipes to Go!

June has arrived and that means all the watermelon all the time around here! It’s no secret that I love this ginormous fruit, and not just for the juicy, sweet, summery flavor – it also has many benefits for my super active lifestyle. I’m talking overall hydration, potassium to lessen cramps, natural sugars to fuel my pedal-to-metal push, l-citrulline to possibly reduce post-workout muscle soreness – plus lots of other essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients.Jennifer Fisher thefitfork Watermelon on the Go

I love watermelon so much, I can’t help but wax poetic over it! Literally. Read on to find my Dr. Seuss-y inspired ode, I Love Watermelon Everywhere, and to get some great watermelon ideas for summer fun. Continue reading

Hot Spiced Watermelon Lemonade for Running & Workout Recovery

This post is sponsored by The National Watermelon Board. All opinions, editorial comments, recipes and enthusiasm are my own.

I can’t say I HATE running in cold weather because even when the temperature drops, I’m still out there moving and grooving my body in the sport I love. But, I get chilled to the bone, my feet freeze, my fingers go numb . . . it doesn’t matter how warmly I’m dressed. Coming home to my Hot Spiced Watermelon Lemonade with collagen is not only a tasty treat, but thaws me out and fills me up with nutrients I need to expedite my workout recovery and bolster my immunity. Hot Spiced Watermelon Lemonade for Workout Recovery

Read on to learn more about my Hot Spiced Watermelon Lemonade for workout and running recovery, check out my how-to video and get the easy recipe. Continue reading

DIY Watermelon Beet & Chia Energy Blocks for Marathon

This post is sponsored by The National Watermelon Board. However, all opinions, ideas and enthusiasm are completely my own.

Almost six years ago, I started experimenting with making my own edible race fuel. There weren’t as many options on the market back then, and I also liked the control I had over ingredients and flavor when making energy gels, jellies and chews from scratch – not to mention saving a ton of money. Watermelon Beet Chia Energy Blocks

Today I’m sharing my recipe for Watermelon Beet & Chia Energy Blocks that are surprisingly easy to make and take advantage of the inherent health and performance benefits of the featured ingredients. Read on to get the recipe, nutrition info and details on how you can use these chews in your next marathon, triathlon, obstacle race or other endurance event.  Continue reading

Watermelon Day is about Living on the Wedge!

It’s almost National Watermelon Day (Aug. 3rd), there is no way that I could let this special day of summer slip by without sharing how I’ve been celebrating with my favorite fruit all year. Jennifer Fisher thefitfork.com watermelon

Read on for all the juicy details about my #LivingOnTheWedge. . . I think you might be surprised. Continue reading