text: Ever since Planet Smoothie popped up on Walnut Street in Shadyside I have been trying to stop by for a smoothie I get distracted easilynnNow I understand it is attached to a gym but it smells pretty bad in there It mildly reminded me of being in a locker room after a soccer game I am sure it does not always smell like that but they might want to do something about it when it doesnnThe smoothie menu is extensive You can try several varieties that fall into five categories weight loss protein wellness energy and cool blended It also provides nutritional content for those counting calories In addition to a variety of smoothies it also has frozen yogurt with a variety of toppings to choose from think Razzy Fresh It has way more candy options then fresh fruit options which I found slightly weirdnnAfter some contemplating I decided to get one of the new Acai Bowls pronounced ahsighee The acai is blended thickly with raspberries mango and apple juice and then topped with granola and bananas The taste was refreshing and perfect for a postrun snack The presentation was strange It was given to me in a cup I just wanted to drink it but I think I was supposed to eat it with a spoon I am not sure really I ended up drinking most of it because I am weird and also easily confusednnOverall it was tasty and did not leave me feeling guilty about eating after I worked out It also erased the hunger pains for cheese sticks which is a seriously difficult task to do for me after a mile run