Exercising with Betr Exercise Boosters

For many of us, staying active is a big part of leading a healthy lifestyle. When you’re just starting out, it’s important to introduce physical activity in a way that won’t compromise your health or make you feel drained. With Betr Exercise Boosters, you’ll be able to get in a good workout without overextending yourself.

Exercise is a critical component of long-term health and vitality. Not only does it assist in building lean muscle, burning body fat, and trimming your waistline, it feels good and gives you more energy for a healthier, happier, longer life.

When you choose to exercise during Level 1, it’s important for you to supplement your activity with additional foods and overall protocol so the body does not go into starvation mode.

***If you eat too little when you exercise, weight loss can actually stall, so this is an important consideration.***

When you exercise, it forces your muscle fibers to contract and stretch repeatedly. This causes tiny tears in the fabric of the muscle, which repair themselves and come back stronger than before. This causes the feeling of muscle soreness you might be familiar with the day after exercise. However, your body requires protein to repair your muscles, which is why we recommend having a little extra food either before or after your workout. This will give your body the nourishment it needs to repair that muscle.

Be sure to talk to your coach about how to best incorporate exercise boosters and specific adjustments based on your individual exercise plan. You can check out our exercise booster list below. These can also be found in the "Discover" tab in the Betr App under Betr Program - FAQ.

Recommendation: Add an exercise booster about an hour before or an hour after your workout. If you are experiencing fatigue and low energy throughout the day, these are great to add to one of your fruit snacks.

Recommendation: Although it’s better to stick with just protein before a workout If you are finding you are still hungry, having a little extra healthy fat during lunch or dinner will really help keep you nourished and energized.
Here are a couple of options:

Recommendation: Water is obviously very important for hydration and assisting in the removal of toxins from the body. But, too much water may also remove electrolytes which are essential for maintaining muscle and nerve function. A good rule of thumb is to drink half of your body weight in ounces of water a day, but no more than 70-80 ounces (around 2.4 Liters). Increase and replenish electrolytes by adding 16 ounces (0.5 Liters) of 100% organic coconut water to your daily routine. Coconut water is definitely an acquired taste but is jam-packed with several key nutrients. Lyte-Up is also an option for more high-energy days.

Recommendation: You are now feeding your body nutritious foods that know what to do with and how to digest. So when expending large amounts of energy you will need to provide your body with even more fuel. Double up your portions the day before a big workout and continue to eat until you are full and satisfied after every meal and snack. If you get hungry throughout the day always reach for extra fruits, veggies, or a protein booster. Always keep a bag of unsalted almonds on hand in case of an emergency!

Betr Exercise Boosters are a useful way to keep your body healthy and prevent fatigue while achieving your fitness objectives. You have the choice of natural boosters or the Betr Health supplements, all of which are designed to help you gain strength and increase endurance. When starting a new exercise regime, it’s best practice to either refrain from exercise or at least maintain your current workout intensity on your first three days in Level 1.

Through progressive levels of exercise, you can gradually get more active and fit over time – without overwhelming yourself. Always start slow and build up over a few weeks to increase strength and endurance. Check out our guide on exercising with Betr Exercise Boosters for more details!