August is National Wellness Month, a time to prioritize the daily habits that support your energy, focus, and vitality. Whether you’re a designer, creative entrepreneur, or busy parent, building simple wellness rituals into your day can make a big difference.
One powerful way to elevate your wellness routine? Add more protein.
Protein is essential for maintaining muscle, supporting metabolism, stabilizing blood sugar, and keeping you full and focused throughout the day. When it’s convenient, high-quality, and delicious—like the options from Designer Protein—it becomes even easier to build healthy, sustainable routines.
This month, we’re sharing three easy ways to celebrate National Wellness Month with protein-packed self-care rituals that help you feel good, inside and out.
1. Start Your Day with “Proffee” – Protein + Coffee = Energy + Balance
One of the most popular wellness trends right now is “proffee”—a high-protein take on your morning coffee. Instead of sugary creamers or skipping breakfast altogether, try blending your favorite coffee with a scoop of Designer Whey Protein for a creamy, energizing, and nourishing start.
Why it works:
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Keeps you fuller longer with 20g+ of protein
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Smooths out caffeine highs and crashes
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Boosts metabolism first thing in the morning
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Supports lean muscle and steady energy
Try This Recipe:
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1 cup brewed coffee (hot or iced)
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1 scoop Designer Whey Vanilla or Chocolate
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½ cup milk or dairy-free alternative
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Optional: cinnamon, extra cacao, or ice
Blend or shake for a frothy, protein-rich latte that powers you through the morning with fewer cravings and more focus.
2. Keep Wellness on the Go with High-Protein Snacks
Staying nourished during a busy day doesn’t have to be complicated. Keep high-protein snacks on hand that are convenient, satisfying, and blood sugar-friendly. Whether you're working from home, commuting, or on set, a protein-rich bite can help curb hunger, maintain focus, and prevent energy crashes.
Top Picks for On-the-Go Protein:
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Designer Protein Smoothies – Delicious and functional, with 12g of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and a variety of delicious flavors. These are great for post-workout or between meetings.
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DIY Protein Energy Bites – Combine oats, nut butter, honey, and a scoop of Designer Plant-Based Protein, Designer Soy, for a no-bake snack that takes 5 minutes to prep.
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Cottage cheese + berries – Mix with a spoonful of peanut butter for a simple, protein-boosted snack.
Tip for Wellness Month: Pack your bag with one high-protein snack daily. You’ll feel better prepared and avoid reaching for sugary or ultra-processed options when hunger hits.
3. Create a Mindful Protein Break Ritual
Wellness is not just about what you eat—it’s how you care for yourself in the process. One way to turn your nutrition into a form of self-care is by creating a mid-day protein ritual.
This could be your 2 p.m. “reset moment”—a time to step away from the screen, stretch, breathe, and nourish your body with something that feels grounding and replenishing.
Ideas for a Mindful Protein Break:
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Designer Lite Protein Shakes – Light, portable, and made with clean ingredients. Perfect chilled or over ice.
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Make a calming smoothie with Designer Wellness’s Aria and almond milk, topped with chia seeds and cinnamon for added blood sugar support.
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Mix a scoop of Designer Egg Protein Powder into unsweetened Greek yogurt with flaxseed and fruit for a muscle-supportive snack that feels like dessert.
Bonus Tip: Add a calming breathwork app or stretch for five minutes before or after your protein break to amplify the benefits. It’s wellness from the inside out.
Why Protein is Key to Wellness in August and Beyond
As we move through the heat of summer and prepare for the busy back-to-school season, protein can be your secret weapon. It plays a critical role in:
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Satiety – helping reduce unnecessary snacking or cravings
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Muscle maintenance – especially important with age or active lifestyles
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Stable blood sugar – supporting sustained energy, mood, and focus
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Hormonal balance – especially for women’s health and metabolism
Whether you’re fueling workouts, supporting recovery, or simply trying to feel better in your body, Designer Protein makes it easy with a line of clean, science-backed products that taste great and fit into any lifestyle.
Final Thoughts: Make It a Month of Momentum
Self-care doesn’t have to mean spa days or overhauling your entire routine. Sometimes, it’s about the small daily rituals—choosing a nourishing snack, pausing to breathe, blending a smoothie instead of skipping lunch—that shape how we feel and show up in the world.
This National Wellness Month, we invite you to try just one new protein-powered ritual and notice the difference. Whether it’s starting your day with proffee or ending it with a calming shake, these simple shifts can ripple into more energy, more ease, and more confidence in your body and choices.
