A day with Ancient + Brave – the ultimate guide to performance and balance from a nutrition expert

Movement, focus and mindful pauses are essential to me – both professionally and personally. As a nutrition expert with an active lifestyle, I’ve developed a routine that keeps my energy up throughout the day while leaving space for awareness and recovery. Ancient + Brave’s products are a daily staple – practical, effective and backed by science.

Here, I’m sharing what a typical day looks like with my favourite blends – not as a rigid schedule, but as real-life inspiration for your own journey towards more wellbeing and performance.

Morning: Start with Energy and Focus

6:30am – Wake Up & Hydration

I always start the day with a large glass of water – a simple but effective way to gently wake up my body.

8:00am – Matcha + Collagen or coffee with True Collagen

After breakfast, I settle into my morning caffeine ritual – either a creamy Matcha + Collagen with almond milk, or a good-quality coffee blended with a scoop of True Collagen. It sharpens my focus before I move into my workout.

Training: Supporting Performance Consciously

Timing varies – depending on the day

I train 5–6 times a week – whether it’s running, strength training or mobility work. My schedule changes, but these two products are non-negotiable for me:

• True Creatine+: I take it around two hours before training, dissolved in water. The combination of creatine and taurine has noticeably boosted my performance and helped me train at my full potential – it’s a real gamechanger.

• True Hydration: Especially during endurance sessions or in warmer weather, this is my go-to hydration during training. I recover faster and feel like I can go for longer.

Midday: Nourishing & Practical

12:00pm – Lunch

Lunch is usually something I’ve prepped ahead – a warming soup, a stew, or a salad with salmon or mackerel. I keep it simple and nutrient-rich, focusing on protein, omega-3s and fibre.

Afternoon: A Moment of Calm & Balance

3:00pm – Cacao + Collagen

Between lunch and dinner, I love a little feel-good moment – a creamy cup of Cacao + Collagen. The taste is spot-on, and the combination of raw cacao and collagen gives me a nourishing afternoon lift.

Snack option – Radiant Collagyn with yoghurt

When I’m craving a snack, I stir Radiant Collagyn into plain yoghurt. It’s creamy, fruity, and packed with protein and micronutrients – a delicious and satisfying pause.

Evening: Wind Down & Restore

9:00pm – True Nightcap

To help me wind down, I drink True Nightcap as part of my evening ritual. The combination of magnesium, glycine and choline calms my nervous system and sets the tone for quality sleep. I’ve experienced the benefits firsthand – and often recommend it to my clients, too.

My Takeaway

To live an active life, we need both energy and recovery. Ancient + Brave helps me stay strong, but also show up for myself with more presence and intention. Every day looks a little different – but these rituals keep me grounded and balanced.

Feel free to take what resonates – and discover which blends can support your own rhythm.