As the snow gives way to blossoming flowers, Chandler's Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC) is serving up a springtime suggestion that you can literally digest: nutritious meals that are as fresh as the season itself. With an eye toward "eat right, live right, and feel right," the folks at TRC have assembled a collection of recipes designed to both tantalize your taste buds and boost your health.

In a recent session beyond just spoon-feeding information, Jordan James and Thomas Curry, certified personal trainers at the TRC, have dished out their knowledge on nutrient timing around workouts. Both trainers emphasized the importance of what you eat before, during, and after exercise to maximize the benefits of your fitness regimen. According to information featured on the TRC website, understanding the optimal time to fuel your body can make a significant difference in workout effectiveness and recovery.

For those eager to shake up their spring diet, TRC staff shared some of their go-to recipes. High on the list is Nicole's Favorite Green Smoothie, which packs a flavorful punch with ingredients like banana, frozen strawberries, and a handful of baby spinach. According to the TRC blog, the smoothie is heralded not just for its taste but also for its nutritional power, boasting a mix of vitamins, fiber, and protein.

The recipe itself is a no-brainer: chuck the ingredients such as banana, strawberries, a cutie orange, ground flaxseed, collagen peptides with probiotics, soy milk, and baby spinach into a blender, give it a whirl until smooth, then enjoy a concoction that promises as much energy as spring itself. With something this easy and nutritious, TRC is signaling to Chandler residents that getting your daily dose of fruits and veggies need not be a chore, but rather, it can be as enjoyable as a walk in the park after a long winter.