The nutrition and training supplements that I use include Shakeology, BODi Collagen Peptides, Energize, Tailwind, and Nutricost Creatine. I started drinking Shakeology in March 2009, and it has been a staple of my diet ever since. More recently, I started taking collagen and creatine as I learned more about them.
I drink Shakeology to fill in gaps in my less-than-perfect diet and because I feel like I deserve it. It is my luxury. It has ingredients that I trust because they are sourced, and not just taken off shelves in a warehouse. I am willing to pay for the best ingredients to put in my body. Collagen and creatine are newer additions to my diet, but as an older athlete training seven days a week, I know that I need them and I am not going to short myself when it comes to what I put in my body for nutrition and recovery.
Each serving of Shakeology contains proteins, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, antioxidants, fiber, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and adaptogens. We source ingredients from across the globe to ensure the best quality. So before anything makes it into our shakes, hundreds of hours of work go into vetting and testing both the ingredients and the suppliers. Depending on the flavor, each serving of Shakeology contains 130 to 160 calories and 16 to 17g of protein.
BODi Bioactive Collagen Peptides’ patented European-designed ingredient delivers collagen peptides that help increase skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Its patented ingredient delivers select collagen peptides scientifically shown to help stimulate the body’s own collagen production. Because BODi Bioactive Collagen Peptides provides a potent, bioavailable form of collagen peptides, it is able to deliver measurable, clinically studied results with just 2.5g per scoop.
Convenient to use and flavorless, it mixes easily in your shake, morning coffee, soup, or any other liquid-based foods. BODi Bioactive Collagen Peptides is an effortlessly simple way to incorporate skin and beauty benefits into your daily routine.
Energize has been a mainstay of my training for almost 20 years, and I started using Tailwind about 5 years ago when I really got interested in ultras. You can learn more about both of them by clicking on the links to previous blog posts.
Forbes chose Nutricost Micronized Creatine Monohydrate as their top pick for the best creatine for your budget. At 25 cents per serving, it’s the most affordable and straightforward creatine on their list. It contains only five grams of creatine, and then, depending on the flavor, includes sucralose or artificial coloring. Each tub includes a whopping one hundred servings and costs $23.37 (for the unflavored option).
Now is a great time to try Shakeology, Energize and BODi Collagen Peptides risk-free during the BODi Summer Savings Supplements Sale. The creatine that I have used for about two years is available on Amazon. Learn more about it by clicking here.
Editor’s Note: The current BODi Summer Savings promotion makes this one of the best times of the year to save on the BODi supplements that I use. Although this article was originally published in 2025, it has been updated to reflect the current Summer Savings offer.
Rich Dafter is the founder of HowToBeFit.com, a lifelong runner, former ACE Certified Personal Trainer, BODi Coach since 2007, and Polar Athlete and Ambassador for 39 years. At 75, he continues to run, hike, strength train, and share practical strategies for healthy aging, fitness, and longevity. Learn more about Rich Dafter on the About page.
