The metabolic benefits of strength training are undeniable and become even more important for overall health later in life. Pushing, pulling, hinging, squatting, and carrying are the fundamental compound human movements that are necessary to build the metabolically-active muscle tissue you need to improve your metabolic health, functional movement, and overall quality of life.
Progression in any strength-training program is dependent on consistency and your ability to recover. This means you need to stick to the program, develop a recovery routine, and eat a nutrient-dense whole food diet. Thankfully, we know of some essential oils and dietary supplements that can help you along the way.
- Deep Blue® Soothing Blend – Remember, strength training is only effective if you are able to recover. With a proprietary combination of wintergreen, peppermint, and other essential oils known for their soothing properties, the Deep Blue Soothing Blend is the perfect complement to your post-workout recovery routine. A few drops of Deep Blue applied topically to joints and muscles can provide a cooling sensation that is not only comforting, but also supports a healthy inflammatory response. For an even more intense and deep-penetrating experience, try applying Deep Blue Rub or the Deep Blue Stick to achy areas and then adding a drop or two of the Deep Blue blend.
- Turmeric Dual Chamber Capsules – Exercise recovery is crucial for making progress with strength training. Strenuous exercise causes muscle cells to break down, increasing inflammation. To manage this inflammation and recover bigger, stronger, and more resilient, the cells need rest and dietary support. The Turmeric Dual Chamber Capsules are a proprietary combination of turmeric extract and turmeric essential oil. The curcuminoids in turmeric extract help the body fight free radicals and manage oxidative damage, while turmerone and ar-turmerone in the essential oil help the body absorb the extract’s beneficial compounds. Take two Turmeric Dual Chamber Capsules daily to support recovery from strength training.
- dōTERRA® Protein – Protein is crucial for exercise recovery and building lean muscle tissue. Depending on your activity levels and goals, you should be consuming anywhere from 1g to 2g of protein per kilogram of bodyweight daily to meet the demands of your healthy lifestyle. That can add up to a lot of chicken breasts and eggs. With 21 grams of fast-absorbing whey protein per scoop, dōTERRA Protein offers a convenient and delicious way to get the recovery-promoting and muscle-building protein you need. Blend one scoop of dōTERRA Protein in 8 ounces of water, or your choice of milk, for some quick protein anytime during the day, or mix with your favorite fruit and greens for a post-workout shake.
