[RECIPE] Intra-Workout Electrolyte & Creatine Popsicles

This refreshing Intra-Workout Electrolyte & Creatine Popsicles recipe is perfect for scorching hot training sessions or post-workout recovery.

Blending fresh watermelon and coconut water with your intra-workout supplements ensures optimal hydration, electrolyte replenishment, and ATP production.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
• 1 cup unflavoured coconut water (unsweetened)
• 1 Biogen Creatine & Electrolytes sachet, Salty Watermelon flavour
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Biogen Creatine & Electrolytes Sports Drink is a dual-action performance formula delivering 5 g of creatine monohydrate per serving to support strength, power output and repeated high-intensity effort. Added electrolytes assist with hydration, maintenance and support normal muscle function during demanding sessions.

Instructions

1. Add the cubed watermelon and coconut water to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and completely liquid.
2. Add the scoop of creatine, intra-workout electrolyte powder, and lime juice (if using). Pulse on low for 5–10 seconds until fully dissolved and evenly distributed.
3. Let the mixture sit for 1 minute. Skim off any excess foam from the top with a spoon so your popsicles freeze dense and smooth.
4. Divide the liquid evenly among 6 popsicle mould cavities, leaving about a  of space at the top for expansion. Insert the popsicle sticks.
5. Place the mould in the freezer for 4 to 6 hours (or overnight) until completely solid

Author: Pedro van Gaalen

When he’s not writing about sport or health and fitness, Pedro is probably out training for his next marathon or ultra-marathon. He’s worked as a fitness professional and as a marketing and comms expert. He now combines his passions in his role as managing editor at Fitness magazine.

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